What muscles does the Cable Single-Arm Overhead Triceps Extension work?

The Cable Single-Arm Overhead Triceps Extension mainly works the triceps.

How many sets and reps of the Cable Single-Arm 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 Cable Single-Arm Overhead Triceps Extension?

Band Triceps Pushdown, Barbell Close-Grip Bench Press, Barbell JM Press and Barbell Pin Press work the same main muscle.

Cable Single-Arm Overhead Triceps Extension

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Muscles worked: Triceps
Equipment: Cable
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 cable is taken or you want a change.

Questions

What muscles does the Cable Single-Arm Overhead Triceps Extension work?: The Cable Single-Arm Overhead Triceps Extension mainly works the triceps.
What equipment do you need for the Cable Single-Arm Overhead Triceps Extension?: A cable.
How many sets and reps of the Cable Single-Arm 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 Cable Single-Arm Overhead Triceps Extension?: Band Triceps Pushdown, Barbell Close-Grip Bench Press, Barbell JM Press and Barbell Pin Press work the same main muscle.

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