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upwards. Your elbows should be at the height of the machine’s rotation axis and
almost completely extended (also see Chapter 5.5).
2.
Now contract your torso muscles, and bend your arms against the resistance of
the machine. Lift your forearms upwards in a semicircular curve. The motion
originates from the elbows only and should stop when your forearms reach the
vertical line. Breathe out when you exert strain against the resistance. Maintain
this position momentarily
3.
Now straighten your arms and return the handles, making sure to maintain
control. Stop the return motion when your arms are almost completely
extended. Make sure not to hyperextend your elbow joints as this increases the
stress on your elbows. Breathe in during the return sequence.
8.5.4.2 VECTOR TRICEPS EXTENSION
1.
Adopt the right exercise position: Sit on the seat so that your upper body touches
the back pad. Place your feet about shoulder width apart. Rest your upper arms on
the arm pads. Grasp the handlebars with your hands. Your palms are facing each other.
Your elbows should be at the height of the machine’s rotation axis and your
Principal muscles worked:
M. triceps brachii
Start position
End position
