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Cable Tricep Kickback
An isolation movement performed hinged forward, extending the elbow against cable resistance to work the triceps.
What this exercise works
- Muscles
- triceps brachii · posterior deltoid
- Goals
- hypertrophy
- Equipment
- Cable machine
- Category
- Strength
- Difficulty
- intermediate
Demonstration
Step 1
Step 2
How to perform the movement
- Attach a handle to a low cable and hinge forward at the hips.
- Tuck your upper arm against your side with elbow bent 90 degrees.
- Extend your elbow to push the handle back behind you.
- Squeeze your triceps at the end of the movement.
- Return under control. Complete reps on one side, then switch.
Technique cues and common mistakes
- Move only your forearm; keep the upper arm completely still.
- Avoid rounding your back while holding the hinged position.
- Use a light weight to reach full lockout without swinging.