tricepsmachine
lever triceps extension
lever triceps extension is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1. Adjust the seat height and position yourself on the machine with your back against the pad.
Step 2. Grasp the handles with an overhand grip and fully extend your arms in front of you.
Step 3. Keeping your upper arms stationary, slowly lower the handles towards your forehead by bending your elbows.
Step 4. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push the handles back up to the starting position by extending your arms.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
triceps
Secondary muscles
shoulders
Primary body parts
triceps
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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