Triceps exercise
Cable Single Arm Underhand Tricep Extension
Elbow extension for triceps with a stable arm. The pronated grip keeps your palms facing down.
- Primary muscleTriceps
- EquipmentCable machine
- TypeIsolation
- LevelBeginner
- Triceps
- Cable machine
How to do the Cable Single Arm Underhand Tricep Extension
4 steps, in the order you do them.
- Attach a single handle to the high cable and hold it with your palm facing up.
- Stand facing the cable with your elbow tucked at your side and your wrist straight.
- Extend your elbow until your arm is straight at the side of your thigh and squeeze your triceps at the bottom.
- Return without rotating your wrist. Complete your reps and switch arms.
Muscles worked
Common Cable Single Arm Underhand Tricep Extension mistakes
What goes wrong most often when you do the Cable Single Arm Underhand Tricep Extension, and how to fix it.
Your palm turns down during the push.
Grip the handle with your palm up and keep it that way until your elbow is extended.
Your wrist bends back with the underhand grip.
Use a weight you can move with your wrist straight, in line with your forearm.
Your elbow drifts forward as you push.
Keep your elbow still next to your side and extend your arm to your hip.
Alternatives to the Cable Single Arm Underhand Tricep Extension
They work the triceps with other equipment, including options for training at home.
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Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Cable Single Arm Underhand Tricep Extension work?
The Cable Single Arm Underhand Tricep Extension works mainly the triceps.