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Exercise Details

Target Muscle Group

Triceps

Equipment Required

Tricep Extension Machine

Experience Level

Beginner

Force Type

Push

Secondary Muscles

Shoulders

Exercise Description

The tricep extension machine builds bigger, stronger triceps with controlled isolation. Perfect for adding mass to the back of your arms while keeping your form locked in.

How To

1. Sit on the tricep extension machine with your back flat against the pad and grab the handles with both hands. 2. Keep your upper arms pressed against the pads and your elbows pointing forward throughout the entire movement. 3. Push the handles down by extending your forearms until your arms are straight and you feel your triceps contract hard. 4. Hold the bottom position for a second, then slowly let the weight back up with control on the tricep extension machine. 5. Stop when your forearms are parallel to the floor and repeat for your target reps.

Form Tips

• Keep your wrists straight and grip the handles firmly to get the most out of your tricep extension machine workout. • Press your back against the pad the entire time - no leaning forward or arching. • Control the weight on the way down just as much as pushing it up for maximum tricep activation. • Keep your shoulders down and back - don't let them roll forward during the tricep extension machine movement.

Common Mistakes

• Using too much weight on the tricep extension machine, which forces you to swing and use momentum instead of your triceps. • Letting your elbows flare out to the sides instead of keeping them pointed straight ahead. • Moving too fast and not controlling the weight, especially on the way back up during the tricep extension machine exercise.

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