Resistance Band Bar Overhead Tricep Extension
The Resistance Band Bar Overhead Tricep Extension is an Arm exercise that works the Triceps (the back of the arms), similar to the gym cable version. Facing away from a top-of-door anchor with the Resistance Band Bar behind your head, you extend your arms forward until the bar is above eye level, then return under control.
- Muscles Worked
- Triceps · also Core, Shoulders (Stabilizers)
- Equipment
- Door anchor, Resistance Band Bar
Set Up
- Anchor:
- Door anchor at the top of the door.
- Bands:
- Thread the bands through the door anchor and clip one end to each end ring of the Resistance Band Bar.
- Body Position:
- Grip the bar with a close grip and stand about 3 feet from the door with your back to it, feet staggered with one leg in front and your body leaning forward. Start with your upper arms raised parallel to the floor and the bar behind your head.
Movement
Push the bar forward until it is in front of you, higher than eye level. Return to the starting position, controlling the resistance.
Points To Remember
- Keep your elbows in instead of letting them flare out.
- Keep your elbows still; do not move them up and down.
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Questions About The Overhead Tricep Extension
What muscles does the Resistance Band Bar Overhead Tricep Extension work?
The Resistance Band Bar Overhead Tricep Extension works the Triceps, the muscles on the back of the upper arm. The Core and Shoulders keep you steady in the forward lean.
How is the Overhead Tricep Extension different from the Forward Tricep Extension?
The Resistance Band Bar Overhead Tricep Extension uses a top-of-door anchor and a forward lean, with the bar starting behind your head. The Forward version uses a chest-height anchor and starts with the bar in front of your forehead.