Cable katana triceps extension

Cable, single handle

Also called katana cable extension, katana triceps extension

Hold a single cable handle overhead in the plane of the shoulder blades, then extend the elbow along a diagonal arc.

  1. Keep the upper arm still, elbow near the head
  2. Extend along the diagonal arc
  3. Expect a learning curve, use light load

Movement

Pattern
Elbow extension
Type
Isolation, one joint moves
Sides
One side at a time
Equipment
Cable

Muscles worked

Main movers get full credit for a set, helpers half.

Upper body

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