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Cable Tricep Kickback demonstration

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Strength / Cable

Cable Tricep Kickback

An isolation movement performed hinged forward, extending the elbow against cable resistance to work the triceps.

Equipment

Cable

Experience

intermediate

Movement

isolation

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Rear Delts

Instructions

  1. 01

    Attach a handle to a low cable and hinge forward at the hips.

  2. 02

    Tuck your upper arm against your side with elbow bent 90 degrees.

  3. 03

    Extend your elbow to push the handle back behind you.

  4. 04

    Squeeze your triceps at the end of the movement.

  5. 05

    Return under control. Complete reps on one side, then switch.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.