Cable Concentration Extension (on knee)

Cable Concentration Extension demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Kneel down in front of the cable machine and grab the handle with an overhand grip
  • 2Pull the handle down and fully extend your arm, making sure your elbow stays close to your body
  • 3Hold this position briefly, contracting your tricep muscle
  • 4Return the handle back to the starting position in a controlled motion
  • 5Repeat this action for the desired amount of reps in each set

Tips:

  • Keep your back straight throughout the exercise to avoid injury
  • Fully extend your arm to get the maximum contraction of the triceps
  • Avoid using your body momentum to pull the cable down, instead, engage your triceps muscle
  • Ensure to control the motion both upwards and downwards

Cable Concentration Extension Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs