Lever Overhead Triceps Extension
- Zielmuskel
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- Equipment
- Leverage machine
- Körperregion
- Upper Arms
- Typ
- Strength
The lever overhead triceps extension is a machine-based isolation exercise that targets the triceps through a full overhead range of motion. Using a leverage machine to guide the movement, it places the long head of the triceps under a deep stretch before driving the arms to full extension, making it an effective tool for building upper-arm size and strength.
Lever Overhead Triceps Extension: So führst du sie aus
- 1Adjust the seat height so that your elbows align with the machine's pivot point when you sit upright.
- 2Sit facing away from the machine's weight stack and grip the handles with an overhand grip, palms facing forward.
- 3Position your upper arms alongside your head, elbows bent and pointing toward the ceiling, with the handles held behind your head.
- 4Brace your core and press your back firmly into the pad to stabilize your torso throughout the set.
- 5Exhale and extend your forearms upward by straightening your elbows until your arms are fully locked out overhead.
- 6Pause briefly at the top with your arms fully extended, squeezing the triceps.
- 7Inhale and lower the handles back behind your head in a controlled arc until you feel a full stretch in the triceps.
- 8Repeat for the desired number of reps, keeping your upper arms stationary and close to your head throughout.
Technik-Tipps
- Keep your upper arms pinned against the sides of your head — letting your elbows flare outward shifts tension away from the triceps.
- Control the descent rather than letting the weight drop; the stretch at the bottom is where much of the triceps stimulus comes from.
- Avoid arching your lower back excessively to push the weight up — if you are compensating, reduce the load.
- Focus on driving the movement from the elbow joint only; your shoulders should remain still and relaxed.
Häufige Fehler
- Allowing the elbows to flare outward during the extension, which reduces triceps activation and places unnecessary stress on the shoulder joints.
- Using too much weight and compensating by arching the lower back, which takes load off the triceps and risks lumbar strain.
- Rushing through the lowering phase instead of controlling it, which sacrifices the eccentric stretch that drives muscle growth.
- Moving the upper arms instead of keeping them fixed, turning the exercise into a shoulder movement rather than a true triceps isolation.
- Failing to achieve full elbow lockout at the top, which cuts short the peak contraction and reduces the training stimulus.
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What muscles does the lever overhead triceps extension work?
It primarily works the triceps brachii, particularly the long head, which is placed under a deep stretch in the overhead position. Because it is an isolation movement on a leverage machine, no significant synergist muscles are recruited.
How is the lever version different from a cable or dumbbell overhead triceps extension?
The leverage machine guides the movement path, making it easier to maintain form and reducing the balance demand compared to free-weight or cable versions. This lets you focus entirely on the triceps without stabilizing the weight through space.
How much weight should I use on the leverage machine?
Start light enough that you can complete every rep with fully locked-out elbows and controlled lowering. Because the long-head stretch is the key stimulus, load should never compromise your range of motion.
Is the overhead position hard on the shoulders?
For most people it is safe, but those with shoulder mobility limitations may feel discomfort. Ensure the seat is set so your elbows align with the pivot point, and never force your arms into position — adjust the machine first.
Where should I place the lever overhead triceps extension in my workout?
It works best as an isolation finisher after compound pressing movements like bench or overhead press, when your triceps are already warmed up and you want to add volume for hypertrophy.
