Description of Exercise
-Begin this exercise by first grasping the TRX handles using one hand.
-Lean forward approximately 45 to 60 degrees relative to the ground and support your body weight with the bands.
-Be sure to tighten your core musculature.
-Extend the arm holding the bands directly out in front of your body.
-Take the opposite hand and support the elbow of the arm doing the work.
-Slowly extend the elbow of the hand that is holding the bands and lift your body weight.
-Next, slowly lower your body to the ground by bending the elbow as far as possible without hyperextending.
-Repeat this movement the appropriate number of reps and do the same exercise using the opposite hand.

Importance
TRX triceps extension play two main roles.  First, strengthening the triceps is important because the triceps play an important role of supporting the upper body on a road bike and aid with lifting your arm out of the water when swimming.  Second, tightening your core musculature while maintaining a neutral spine position teaches you how to keep your back straight and functionally contract your core.

Precautions
Be sure not to hyperextend or overly extend the elbow joint when straightening the arm.

Recommended Repetitions & Progression
2 sets, 10 reps
2 sets, 12 reps
2 sets, 15 reps
2 sets, 20 reps

3 sets, 10 reps
3 sets, 12 reps
3 sets, 15 reps
3 sets, 20 reps

Handout
TRX Triceps Extension

Needed Equipment
TRX Suspension Training

Difficulty of Exercise (Guide)