Exercise

Cable Triceps Kickback

Also known as: cable two arm tricep kickback, cable kickback

Cable Triceps Kickback is a isolation exercise for the triceps. Main target: triceps lateral head. Also works: triceps long head and posterior deltoid. Equipment: cable.

EquipmentCable

TypeIsolation

MovementPush

CategoryStrength

Muscles worked

Primary

Triceps lateral head

Secondary

Triceps long head Posterior deltoid

How to do it

Set the pulley to the low position, grip the cable (with or without a handle) and hinge forward until your torso is close to parallel with the floor.
Pull your elbow up so your upper arm is in line with your torso — this is your starting position.
Keeping the upper arm still, extend the arm straight back until the elbow is fully locked out.
Squeeze the triceps for a second, then return the forearm under control. Finish the set and switch arms if working one side at a time.