Standing Towel Triceps Extension
How to do the Standing Towel Triceps Extension with correct form, the muscles it works, and where it fits a training plan you actually stick to.
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How to do the Standing Towel Triceps Extension
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To begin, stand up with both arms fully extended above the head holding one end of a towel with both hands. Your elbows should be in and the arms perpendicular to the floor with the palms facing each other while your feet should be shoulder width apart from each other. This is the starting position.
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Now communicate with your partner so that he/she can grip the other side of the towel to apply resistance. Keeping your upper arms close to your head (elbows in) and perpendicular to the floor, lower the resistance in a semicircular motion behind your head until your forearms touch your biceps. Tip: The upper arms should remain stationary and only the forearms should move. Breathe in as you perform this step.
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Go back to the starting position by using the triceps to raise the towel. Breathe out as you perform this step.
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Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
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Standing Towel Triceps Extension: common questions
What muscles does the Standing Towel Triceps Extension work?
The Standing Towel Triceps Extension primarily works the Triceps.
Is the Standing Towel Triceps Extension suitable for beginners?
Yes. The Standing Towel Triceps Extension is a beginner-level exercise, so it's a solid choice if you're new to training. Start light and focus on the movement pattern before adding load.
What equipment do I need for the Standing Towel Triceps Extension?
None. The Standing Towel Triceps Extension is a bodyweight exercise, so you can do it without any equipment.
Is the Standing Towel Triceps Extension a compound or isolation exercise?
The Standing Towel Triceps Extension is an isolation exercise, it targets the triceps through a single joint, which makes it useful for focused, targeted work.
How do I do the Standing Towel Triceps Extension with correct form?
To begin, stand up with both arms fully extended above the head holding one end of a towel with both hands. Your elbows should be in and the arms perpendicular to the floor with the palms facing each other while your feet should be shoulder width apart from each other. This is the starting position. Follow the full step-by-step above for the complete movement.
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