Standing Towel Triceps Extension

The Standing Towel Triceps Extension is a beginner none (bodyweight) exercise that works the Triceps. Follow the steps below.
Target musclesTriceps
EquipmentNone (Bodyweight)
LevelBeginner
How to do the Standing Towel Triceps Extension
- 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.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.Go back to the starting position by using the triceps to raise the towel.
- Breathe out as you perform this step.Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Recommended sets & reps
| Set | Reps | Rest |
|---|---|---|
| Set 1 | 12 reps | 30s rest |
| Set 2 | 10 reps | 30s rest |
| Set 3 | 8 reps | 30s rest |
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