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Cable Overhead Tricep Extension

Builds the triceps.

StrengthCableControlledAll triceps exercisesAll cable exercises

What it works

Triceps

How to do it

  1. 1Face away from a high or low pulley with a rope held behind your head, elbows pointing forward.
  2. 2Extend the arms overhead, then return under control to a full stretch.
  3. 3Constant cable tension on the long head — the best overhead triceps option there is.

Watch a form guide for the cable overhead tricep extension

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