Resistance Band Cross Body Tricep Extension

The Resistance Band Cross Body Tricep Extension is a single-arm extension from a high door anchor that works the Triceps. The band pulls across your body, so you straighten your arm down and away against it.

Muscles Worked: Triceps (Triceps Brachii) · also Core (Stabilizing)
Equipment: Door anchor, Resistance band(s), 1 ankle strap

Man in a wide stance holding an ankle strap at his opposite chest with a band from a high anchor, then extending his arm down to his thigh. — Start And Finish Positions

Set Up

Anchor:: Secure the band(s) with the door anchor at the top of the door.
Bands:: Clip both ends of the band(s) to one closed ankle strap. Grip the loop with your working hand, fingers inside the loop and thumb outside.
Body Position:: Stand about 3 feet from the door with your non-working side facing it and feet wider than hip-width. Start with your working hand up by the opposite side of your chest, palm facing your body. Place your free hand on your hip.

Movement

Keeping your upper arm vertical, push your hand down and across your body until your arm is straight. Return to the start under control.

Points To Remember

Keep your upper arm vertical and tight to your body as you straighten your arm.

Questions About The Cross Body Tricep Extension

What muscles does the Resistance Band Cross Body Tricep Extension work?

The Resistance Band Cross Body Tricep Extension works the Triceps, with the Core helping to keep the body still.

Which side should face the door for the Cross Body Tricep Extension?

For the Resistance Band Cross Body Tricep Extension, stand with your non-working side to the door, so the band pulls your working hand across your body.