Cable triceps kickback

Cable, single handle

Also called cable tricep kickback

Cable triceps kickback, start positionCable triceps kickback, end position
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Hold a single-handle low cable with the upper arm by your side. Extend the elbow straight back behind the torso, then return with control.

  1. Upper arm stays by the ribs
  2. Squeeze the triceps at lockout
  3. Slow return, no swinging

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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