Lever Triceps Extension
Expert Advice
Keep your elbows stationary and close to your body to isolate the triceps effectively. Avoid using momentum to lift the weight; focus on using your triceps to perform the movement.
How-to-do Steps
- Sit down on the leverage machine and adjust the seat and handles to align with your height.
- Grip the handles with your palms facing down (pronated grip).
- Keeping your elbows tucked in at your sides, push the handles down until your arms are fully extended.
- Pause at the bottom of the movement, squeezing your triceps.
- Slowly return the handles back to the starting position while controlling the weight.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Lever Triceps Extension primarily targets the Triceps, with Strength mechanics using Leverage Machine. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Triceps100%
Equipment
Leverage Machine
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Lever Triceps Extension work?
Lever Triceps Extension primarily targets the Triceps. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Leverage Machine.
How many sets and reps should I do for Lever Triceps Extension?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Lever Triceps Extension suitable for beginners?
Lever Triceps Extension is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
