Reverse Grip Cable Triceps Extension with Barbell

Exercise for triceps

Reverse Grip Cable Triceps Extension with Barbell Illustration

Exercise execution guide

Starting position

Stand in front of the cable machine and grasp the straight bar with an underhand (supinated, palms facing up) grip, hands about shoulders width apart, elbows tucked in and bent at a bit less than a 90° angle.

Execution

Extend the forearms until your arms are completely stretched. In this position, squeeze your triceps, pause, and then slowly come back to the starting position. Keep the elbows tucked in throughout the movement. Repeat for desired reps.

Equipment required

Straight bar, high pulley cable

Main muscles

Triceps