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Strength exercise

Tricep Extension Machine

How to do it

  1. Sit at the tricep extension machine and adjust the seat so the elbows line up with the machine's pivot point.
  2. Grip the handles or bar attachment with the upper arms pinned against the pads or sides.
  3. Extend the forearms downward or forward through the full range of motion, driving the triceps to full lockout.
  4. Squeeze the triceps hard at full extension for a brief pause.
  5. Return to the starting flexed position with control, inhaling as the arms bend and exhaling on the extension.
  6. Keep the upper arms fixed against the pad and avoid letting the elbows drift forward to recruit the shoulders.

Muscles worked

TricepsMuscles located at the back of the upper arm, responsible for extending the elbow. All Triceps exercises

Related Triceps exercises

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Type
Strength
Equipment
Exercise Machine
Primary muscles
Triceps
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