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Illustration of the Cable Lying Triceps Extension: The cable pulls back at the stretch - that is the reason to do this version.
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Cable Lying Triceps Extension

Cable Lying Triceps Extension is an isolation isolation movement for triceps, using Single Cable Column, Flat Bench and Straight Bar Attachment. 3 sets of 12-15, 1 min rest.

Primary muscle
Triceps
Equipment
Single Cable Column, Flat Bench and Straight Bar Attachment
Difficulty
Intermediate
Sets and reps
3 × 12-15
Rest
60s
Force
push

How to do it

  1. 1
    Set up

    Flat bench in front of a low pulley, straight bar, arms over the chest.

  2. 2
    The cue that matters

    The cable pulls back at the stretch - that is the reason to do this version.

  3. 3
    Work it

    3 sets of 12-15, resting about 1 minute between them.