Cable Tricep Kickback
Learn how to do Cable Tricep Kickback with proper form. Watch the 4K video, see which muscles are worked, and follow step-by-step instructions.
Cable Tricep Kickback is a Cable exercise that primarily targets the Triceps, with secondary activation of the Shoulders, Deep Core. It has a MET value of 3, meaning a 70kg person burns approximately 105 calories in a 30-minute session..
How to Do Cable Tricep Kickback
A triceps isolation movement where you extend your arm behind you using a cable, focusing on strict elbow extension and control.
💡 Instructions:
• Set the cable to the lowest position with a single handle.
• Lean forward with a flat back, keeping your elbow close to your torso.
• Start with your arm bent and grip the handle in a neutral grip.
• Extend your arm fully backward by locking the elbow.
• Squeeze the triceps at the top, then return slowly.
⚠️ Common mistakes:
• Moving the upper arm or shoulder during the rep
• Swinging the arm instead of controlling it
• Not fully extending the elbow
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Equipment
- Cable
Calories Burned Doing Cable Tricep Kickback
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MET 3Calories = MET × weight (kg) × time (hours)
Quick Facts: Cable Tricep Kickback
- Type
- Cable exercise
- Primary muscle
- Triceps
- Secondary muscles
- Shoulders, Deep Core
- MET value
- 3
- Calories (30 min, 70kg)
- ≈ 105 cal
- Video quality
- 4K with male and female demonstrations
FAQ: Cable Tricep Kickback
What muscles does Cable Tricep Kickback work?
Cable Tricep Kickback primarily targets the Triceps, with secondary engagement of the Shoulders, Deep Core.
How do you do Cable Tricep Kickback correctly?
A triceps isolation movement where you extend your arm behind you using a cable, focusing on strict elbow extension and control. 💡 Instructions: • Set...
Is Cable Tricep Kickback good for beginners?
Cable Tricep Kickback has a MET value of 3, indicating a low intensity exercise suitable for beginners.
What equipment do you need for Cable Tricep Kickback?
Cable Tricep Kickback requires: Cable.
What are the benefits of Cable Tricep Kickback?
Cable Tricep Kickback strengthens the Triceps, engages the Shoulders and Deep Core.
What exercises are similar to Cable Tricep Kickback?
Similar exercises to Cable Tricep Kickback include Bench Triceps Dip, Benchi Triceps Dip – Ẹsẹ Ti Fa, Dip Machine, Dumbbell Bent Over Kickback.
Is Cable Tricep Kickback better than Bench Triceps Dip?
Both Cable Tricep Kickback and Bench Triceps Dip target the Triceps. Choose based on your available equipment and training goals.
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