What muscles does the Band Overhead Triceps Extension work?

The Band Overhead Triceps Extension mainly works the triceps.

How many sets and reps of the Band Overhead Triceps Extension?

For strength: 3 to 5 sets of 3 to 6 reps, resting 2 to 3 minutes between sets. For muscle: 3 to 4 sets of 6 to 12 reps (up to 15 on smaller lifts), resting 1 to 2 minutes, ending each set 1 to 3 reps short of failure (RPE 7 to 9). Add a rep or a small amount of weight once every set reaches the top of the range at the same effort.

What can I do instead of the Band Overhead Triceps Extension?

Barbell Close-Grip Bench Press, Barbell JM Press, Barbell Pin Press and Barbell Skull Crusher work the same main muscle.

Band Overhead Triceps Extension

Anchor the band low, face away, and extend overhead to lockout for constant triceps tension.

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Demo video from YouTube, played in its own player.

Muscles worked: Triceps
Equipment: Resistance band
Movement: Push

Sets and reps

For strength: 3 to 5 sets of 3 to 6 reps, resting 2 to 3 minutes between sets.
For muscle: 3 to 4 sets of 6 to 12 reps (up to 15 on smaller lifts), resting 1 to 2 minutes, ending each set 1 to 3 reps short of failure (RPE 7 to 9).
Add a rep or a small amount of weight once every set reaches the top of the range at the same effort.

General ranges, not medical advice. Stop if anything hurts.

Variations

The same movement with other equipment or a different angle.

Alternatives

Other exercises for the triceps, for when the resistance band is taken or you want a change.

Questions

What muscles does the Band Overhead Triceps Extension work?: The Band Overhead Triceps Extension mainly works the triceps.
What equipment do you need for the Band Overhead Triceps Extension?: A resistance band.
How many sets and reps of the Band Overhead Triceps Extension?: For strength: 3 to 5 sets of 3 to 6 reps, resting 2 to 3 minutes between sets. For muscle: 3 to 4 sets of 6 to 12 reps (up to 15 on smaller lifts), resting 1 to 2 minutes, ending each set 1 to 3 reps short of failure (RPE 7 to 9). Add a rep or a small amount of weight once every set reaches the top of the range at the same effort.
What can I do instead of the Band Overhead Triceps Extension?: Barbell Close-Grip Bench Press, Barbell JM Press, Barbell Pin Press and Barbell Skull Crusher work the same main muscle.

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