Single Arm Reverse Tricep Extension

Single Arm Reverse Tricep Extension Basics

Primary muscles worked: Triceps

Synergist Muscles: Forearm

Mechanics: Isolation

Equipment: High cable tower with hand attachment

How To Perform The Single Arm Reverse Tricep Extension

• First, get into a standing position.
• Next grab the hand attachment with an underhand grip and position your elbow against your body. This will involve pulling the hand attachment down and tucking your elbow to the side of your body.
• Once your arm and elbow are in position, bring the arm in to full extension by extending your elbow.
• After you reach full extension, bend at the elbow so that your forearm is parallel to the floor.
• Continue reps from this position.

Single Arm Reverse Tricep Extension Tips

• Do not allow your elbow to flare out the side when performing this lift.
• Also, do not lean into the exercise because your body weight will reduce some of the resistance.

Single Arm Reverse Tricep Extension and Sports Application

The reverse tricep extension should be used as a supplementary exercise for an athlete's training program. It will allow the athlete to target different parts of the tricep that may not be fully utilized in other tricep lifts. Sports specifically the reverse tricep extension does not mimic any notable athletic movements; however, it can still be utilized as a variant in training protocol.