Exercise/Body/Strength/Overhead Cable Triceps Extension

• Overhead Cable Triceps Extension

  • Practice extending the elbows overhead against a cable to stretch and train the long head of the triceps.

  • Setup

    • Set the cable above and behind you, face away from the stack, and hold the handles behind the head. Step far enough from the machine to feel a stretch on the triceps at the start. Lock the lats and brace the core.

  • Practice

    • Extend the elbows to press the handles forward and overhead, like a soccer throw-in, then return to the stretched position. The movement is mostly at the elbow; as the set gets harder, let the shoulders come back a little while keeping the stretch.

  • Dose and Progression

    • Huberman usually does three sets to or near failure. Sets, repetitions, resistance, and rest follow the training plan. Establish a repeatable movement with a light load first; add resistance gradually after completing the planned repetitions with consistent control.

  • Cues and Variations

    • Reduce the load if the trunk arches or the stretch disappears. Exercise/Body/Strength/Triceps Pressdown trains the triceps with the arms at the sides.

  • Sources

    • Demonstration: Huberman's overhead cable triceps extension, 7:40. Full notes: Person/Andrew Huberman/Book/26/Protocols/YouTube/26/09/Day 7 - Shoulders and Arms.