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TRX Tricep Extension

Suspension straps turn a simple extension into a brutal triceps burner.

TRX Tricep Extension exercise demonstration
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How to do it

  1. Face away from the anchor and grab the handles overhead with palms down.
  2. Lean forward onto your toes so your body is at an angle, elbows pointing ahead.
  3. Keep your upper arms fixed and bend at the elbows, lowering your head behind the handles.
  4. Press through the triceps to straighten your arms and return to the angled start.

The one cue that matters

Lock your elbows in place. If they drift forward, it turns into a press.

Muscles worked

The TRX Tricep Extension isolates the Triceps — no passengers. That makes it a clean tool for adding targeted triceps volume without extra fatigue.

FAQ

What muscles does the TRX Tricep Extension work?

The TRX Tricep Extension primarily works the Triceps.

What if I can't do many reps yet?

Shorten the range or use an easier variation, and stop 1 to 2 reps before failure. Reps build fast when you train just shy of your limit.

How many sets and reps of TRX Tricep Extension?

For most lifters 3 to 4 working sets. Pick the rep range that fits your goal and progress the load when the top of the range feels owned.

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