Exercise
Chain Handle Extension
Also known as: chain skull crusher, chain triceps extension
Chain Handle Extension is a isolation exercise for the triceps. Main target: triceps long head. Also works: triceps lateral head and triceps medial head. Equipment: other.
EquipmentOther
TypeIsolation
MovementPush
CategoryPowerlifting
Muscles worked
How to do it
- You will need two cable handle attachments and a flat bench, as well as chains, for this exercise. Clip the middle of the chains to the handles, and position yourself on the flat bench. Your elbows should be pointing straight up.
- Begin by extending through the elbow, keeping your upper arm still, with your wrists pronated.
- Pause at the lockout, and reverse the motion to return to the starting position.
Similar exercises
Sled Overhead Triceps Extension
Other
Triceps long head
Parallel Bar Dip
Other
Triceps lateral headTriceps medial headMiddle chest
Ring Dips
Other
Triceps lateral headTriceps medial headMiddle chest
Weighted Bench Dip
Other
Triceps lateral headTriceps medial head
Weighted Parallel Bar Dip
Other
Triceps
Alternatives with other equipment
Standing Dumbbell Triceps Extension
Dumbbell
Triceps long head
EZ-Bar Skullcrusher
EZ curl bar
Triceps long head
Band Skull Crusher
Bands
Triceps long head
Cable Incline Triceps Extension
Cable
Triceps long head
Incline Barbell Triceps Extension
Barbell
Triceps long head
Standing Towel Triceps Extension
Bodyweight
Triceps long head
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