Lever Triceps Extension

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Instructions Preparation Sit on seat with arm pads apart to sides. Slide arm pads closer together in front of body. Grasp handles and place back of upper arms on padding. Execution Push lever down until arms are fully extended. Return and repeat. Comments To position elbows higher than shoulder, position seat lower. To position elbows lower than shoulders, position seat higher. Also see Lever Triceps Extension on alternative apperatus.

Classification  Utility: Basic or Auxiliary  Mechanics: Isolated  Force: Push Muscles Target Triceps Brachii Synergists None Stabilizers Pectoralis Major, Sternal Deltoid, Posterior Latissimus Dorsi Teres Major Pectoralis Minor Trapezius, Lower Extensor Carpi Ulnaris Flexor Carpi Ulnaris