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Cable Standing Reverse Grip One Arm Overhead Tricep Extension

The cable standing reverse grip one arm overhead tricep extension is a cable exercise that targets the triceps, with the shoulders assisting.

Animated demonstration of the cable standing reverse grip one arm overhead tricep extension
Cable Standing Reverse Grip One Arm Overhead Tricep Extension — demonstration
Target muscle
Triceps
Also works
Shoulders
Equipment
Cable
Body part
Upper arms

How to do the cable standing reverse grip one arm overhead tricep extension

  1. Stand facing away from the cable machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Hold the cable handle with an underhand grip and extend your arm overhead, keeping your elbow close to your head.
  3. Keep your upper arm stationary and slowly lower the cable handle behind your head by bending your elbow.
  4. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then extend your arm back to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch arms.

Sets and reps

For muscle growth, 3–4 sets of 8–12 reps with 60–90 seconds of rest is a proven starting point. For strength, use a heavier weight for 3–5 sets of 3–6 reps and rest 2–3 minutes. Add a little weight once you hit the top of your rep range on every set.

Muscles worked

The main muscle is the triceps. The shoulders work as secondary muscles. See all triceps exercises or every cable exercise.

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