Lying Cable Triceps Extension: How-to, Tips & More
The Lying Cable Triceps Extension is a beginner isolation exercise for your triceps. You do it with cable machine, straight bar and bench. It is a good fit when your goal is muscle growth.
Muscles worked
Triceps
Primary
How to do the Lying Cable Triceps Extension
- Lie on a bench with your head toward a low pulley and hold a straight bar overhead.
- Keep your upper arms pointing up.
- Bend your elbows to bring the bar toward your forehead.
- Straighten your arms to press it back up.
Lying Cable Triceps Extension tips
- The cable keeps tension at the top where free weights go slack.
Sets and reps
Most lifters do well with 10 to 15 reps per set, and 10 to 15 reps is where this exercise tends to work best. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve on every set, and add weight once you can complete all your sets at the top of the range. It also works well in a superset with an exercise for the opposite muscles. You can finish with a drop set when you want extra volume.
Equipment
Cable machine, Straight bar, Bench
Type
Isolation
Lying Cable Triceps Extension alternatives
Cable Overhead Tricep Extension
Triceps
Cable Triceps Kickback
Triceps
Dumbbell Skullcrusher
Triceps
EZ Bar Pushdown
Triceps
More triceps exercises
Band Overhead Triceps Extension
Resistance band
Barbell Skullcrusher
Barbell
Bench Dip
Bench
Bench Dip (Knees Bent)
Bench
Body Up
Bodyweight
Bodyweight Triceps Extension
Bodyweight
Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Lying Cable Triceps Extension work?
The Lying Cable Triceps Extension mainly works your triceps.
How many sets and reps should I do?
A good starting point is 10 to 15 reps per set, and many lifters get the best results between 10 to 15 reps. Use a weight that leaves one or two reps in reserve.
Is the Lying Cable Triceps Extension good for beginners?
Yes. The Lying Cable Triceps Extension is considered beginner and is a good choice if you are new to training. Start light and focus on form.
What equipment do I need for the Lying Cable Triceps Extension?
You need cable machine, straight bar and bench.
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