Instructions
Preparation
- Sit on seat. Place forearms on lever pad and back of upper arms parellel on padding with elbows in line with the lever's fulcrum.
Execution
- Push lever down until arms are fully extended. Return and repeat.
Comments
- With heavy resistance, back pad will need to be adjusted to keep torso close to arm pad. Adjust seat height so back of upper arms rest on padding. If seat is too high, shoulder will need to rise near end of extension to complete final range of motion since forearms will make contact with pad before lockout. If seat is too low, range of motion will be compromised because elbows will not be completely flexed at beginning of movement. Also see Lever Triceps Extension on alternative apperatus.
Classification
| Utility: | Basic or Auxiliary |
| Mechanics: | Isolated |
| Force: | Push |
Muscles
- None