Exercises

Overhead cable triceps extension

An overhead arm position offers a cable variation of the triceps extension.

Overhead triceps extension facing away from the machine, with bent elbows and rope connected to a pulley behind the head.

Machine · Cable pulley and rope

Source: PureGym · Overhead Tricep Extensions

Step by step

  1. Set the pulley around head height and attach a rope. Select a light weight.
  2. Hold both ends, turn away and take a staggered stance. Raise your upper arms beside your head.
  3. Brace your torso and straighten the elbows forward and upward, keeping the upper arms steady.
  4. Bend slowly to bring the rope behind your head within a comfortable range.

Common mistakes

  • Moving the upper arms back and forth with each repetition.
  • Forcing the shoulders into an uncomfortable position.

Anatomy and technique: the references below. Region boundaries and movement diagrams are schematic. Exercise images are AI-generated illustrations.