Suspension triceps extension

How to do the Suspension triceps extension: full step-by-step instructions, muscles worked (Arms), equipment (Suspension trainer) and a two-frame demo. Free to read, from the Setline exercise catalog.

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Suspension triceps extension: start and finish positions
Suspension triceps extension: start and finish positions

How to do it

  1. 1

    Face away from the anchor, arms straight out in front at shoulder height, gripping the handles.

  2. 2

    Lean forward, body in one line, weight on your toes.

  3. 3

    Bend the elbows and let your body drift forward until your hands pass your head.

  4. 4

    Press through your palms to straighten the elbows and return.

  5. 5

    Keep the upper arms still — only the forearms move.

In a Setline session: 3 sets of 10.

Questions

What equipment do I need for the Suspension triceps extension?

The Suspension triceps extension uses: Suspension trainer.

Which muscles does the Suspension triceps extension work?

The Suspension triceps extension works: Arms.

How many sets and reps for the Suspension triceps extension?

In Setline sessions the Suspension triceps extension is programmed as 3 sets of 10.

Which Setline styles include the Suspension triceps extension?

The Suspension triceps extension appears in: Strength.

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