ArmsCableIntermediate
Cable Rope Lying Extension Pullover
Learn how to perform Cable Rope Lying Extension Pullover, a Arms exercise, with setup, breathing and common mistakes.
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STEP 1
Setup
Lie on a flat bench in front of a low pulley, holding the rope behind your head.
STEP 2
Start phase
Smoothly combine elbow extension with bringing your arms over your chest.
STEP 3
End phase
Pause briefly at the bottom, then slowly return through a comfortable shoulder range.
STEP 4
Target muscles
This movement primarily works your triceps. Focus on controlling the motion through these muscles.
STEP 5
Common mistakes
Avoid flaring your ribs or using torso momentum to pull the handle.
STEP 6
Breathing
Exhale as you pull and inhale as you return.
STEP 7
Coach tip
Unlike a standard lying extension, your shoulders also move. Coordinate both actions slowly.
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