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elbow extension
Triceps Cable Kickback
Search GoogleTriceps Cable Kickback is a beginner elbow extension exercise using cable machine and handle. It primarily trains triceps. Use a repeatable setup, a pain-free range of motion, and a level of resistance that preserves the intended position.
- Primary
- triceps
- Secondary
- rear delts
- Equipment
- cable machine, handle
- Mechanic
- isolation
Setup
- — Prepare the cable machine and clear the movement area.
- — Set your stance, grip, and starting position before beginning triceps cable kickback.
- — Begin with a light load and increase it only while every repetition stays controlled.
Execution
- — Hinge forward and straighten one elbow without swinging the shoulder.
- — Reverse the movement smoothly and reset your position before the next repetition.
Breathing & coaching
- — Inhale during the easier or lowering phase.
- — Exhale through the working phase of the elbow extension.
- — Hinge forward and straighten one elbow without swinging the shoulder.
- — Complete the movement with the same control and range on both sides.
Progressions
- — Loaded or slower-tempo triceps cable kickback
Regressions
- — Supported or reduced-range triceps cable kickback