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Cross-Body Triceps Extension

Pull the rope across the body to hit the triceps from a different angle.

IntermediateCable + rope3 × 12–15
Cross-Body Triceps Extension demonstration thumbnail — How to do Cross Body Tricep Extensions Properly
TricepsCable + rope

Cross-Body Triceps Extension

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How to do the Cross-Body Triceps Extension

  1. 1One foot forward
  2. 2Pull across chest
  3. 3Split the rope at the end

Benefits of the Cross-Body Triceps Extension

  • Builds strength and size in the triceps through a full, controlled range of motion
  • Constant tension through the full range — no easy point in the rep
  • Loads predictably week to week, which makes progressive overload simple to track

Sources

Exercise information is provided for general educational purposes. Choose movements appropriate for your ability level and stop if you experience pain, dizziness, unusual shortness of breath or other concerning symptoms. Seek appropriate medical or fitness guidance when needed.

  1. 1Behm et al. (2016) — Acute effects of stretching on range of motion and performanceApplied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism
  2. 2Schoenfeld, Ogborn & Krieger (2017) — Dose-response of resistance training volume on hypertrophyJournal of Sports Sciences
  3. 3ACSM position stand (2009) — Progression models in resistance training for healthy adultsMedicine & Science in Sports & Exercise
  4. 4Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2nd editionU.S. Department of Health and Human Services