Classification
Utility: | Basic or Auxiliary |
Mechanics: | Isolated |
Force: | Push |
Instructions
Preparation
Sit on seat with arm pads apart to sides. Slide arm pads closer together to sides of the chest. Grasp handles and places back of upper arms on padding.
Execution
Push the lever down until arms are fully extended. Return until forearms contact upper arms. Repeat.
Comments
To position elbows higher than the shoulder, position seat lower. To position elbows lower than shoulders, position seat higher. Also, see Lever Triceps Extension on alternative apparatus.
Muscles
- None