Cable Triceps Kickback

Bent over with the upper arm parallel to the floor, straighten the elbow behind you and hold the lockout for a beat.

Cable Triceps Kickback, illustrated

How to do it

Setup

Hinged over at a low pulley, upper arm parallel to the floor, elbow bent.

Steps

  1. Straighten the elbow behind the body.
  2. Hold the straight-arm squeeze.
  3. Return only the forearm; the elbow never drops.

Common mistakes

Upper arm sagging: parallel or the kickback is gone. Swinging with the shoulder: the elbow is the only hinge. Skipping the top hold: the squeeze is the rep.

Breathing

Exhale extending, inhale returning.