Rope Overhead Extension

Rope Overhead Extension is an intermediate isolation push using cable. It loads Triceps.

Muscles worked

• Primary: Triceps
• Secondary: —

Setup

• Set cable so the target joint can move and nothing else has to.

How to do it

1. Take Triceps through a full range. Pause where it is hardest.
2. Return under control.

Coaching cues

• Own the stretch and the squeeze.

Common mistakes

• Turning it into a compound swing. Cut the load; slow the eccentric.

Related lifts

• Bar Pushdown Triceps
• Barbell JM Press Triceps
• Barbell Overhead Tricep Extension Triceps
• Barbell Skullcrusher Triceps
• Bench Dip Triceps
• Cable Cuffed Single Arm Tricep Extension Triceps