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Overhead Cable Extension

Overhead position stretches the long head — key for growth.

BeginnerCable + rope3 × 12–15
Overhead Cable Extension demonstration thumbnail — How to PROPERLY Overhead Cable Tricep Extension (FIX THIS NOW!)
Triceps (long head)Cable + rope

Overhead Cable Extension

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How to do the Overhead Cable Extension

  1. 1Elbows next to ears
  2. 2Full stretch at bottom
  3. 3Extend fully

Benefits of the Overhead Cable Extension

  • Builds strength and size in the triceps (long head) 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