Standing Towel Triceps Extension

Triceps

Standing Towel Triceps Extension

Standing Towel Triceps Extension (Start)

LevelBeginner EquipmentBodyweight MechanicIsolation ForcePush

A bodyweight triceps exercise using a towel held overhead, where you create resistance by pulling slightly against the ends.

Strength

Primary musclesTriceps

Energy burned

≈ 17 kcalFor 3 × 8–12, rest 90s · ≈ 2.9 kcal/min

Estimate range 12–21 kcal (±25 %)

Muscle mass worked4 %

Effort during a set4.5 MET

Your lean mass53.5 kgBody fat estimated from BMI and age

Body-weight exercise: your whole body is the load, so heavier people burn more.

Estimate ±25 %: muscles worked (from the exercise data), sets, reps, rest and your body. See the planner for whole sessions.

Setup

1Hold a towel behind your head with your right hand at the top end and your left hand gripping the bottom end behind your lower back.
2Stand tall with your elbow pointing up and your core braced.

How to perform

1Pull down gently with your lower hand to create tension.
2Straighten your upper elbow to raise your hand overhead, resisting with the lower hand.
3Pause at the top, then slowly bend your elbow to lower.
4Complete your repetitions and switch arms.