Exercise

Machine Triceps Extension

Also known as: lever triceps extension, seated machine triceps extension

Machine Triceps Extension is a isolation exercise for the triceps. Main target: triceps lateral head and triceps medial head. Also works: triceps long head. Equipment: machine.

EquipmentMachine

TypeIsolation

MovementPush

CategoryStrength

Muscles worked

Primary

Triceps lateral head Triceps medial head

Secondary

Triceps long head

How to do it

Adjust the seat to the appropriate height and make your weight selection. Place your upper arms against the pads and grasp the handles. This will be your starting position.
Perform the movement by extending the elbow, pulling your lower arm away from your upper arm.
Pause at the completion of the movement, and then slowly return the weight to the starting position.
Avoid returning the weight all the way to the stops until the set is complete to keep tension on the muscles being worked.