Weighted

Sled Overhead Triceps Extension

Animated demonstration of the Sled Overhead Triceps Extension

Muscles worked

Front and back body map of the muscles worked by the Sled Overhead Triceps Extension

Main muscles

  • Anconeus

What it is

This movement specifically isolates and strengthens your triceps muscles using a sled and dual handles. You position yourself facing away from the sled, extending the handles overhead. It's an effective way to build arm endurance and definition.

Technique tips

  • Ensure your upper arms remain stable and pointed upward.
  • Extend completely through your elbows to straighten your arms.
  • Take a controlled step forward to re-tension the line.
  • Keep your palms facing each other throughout the extension.
  • Brace your core for stability as you perform each rep.
  • Consider a staggered stance for improved balance.

How to track your progress

Log the weight and reps of each set. Straddly turns every set into an estimated one-rep max, so a heavier single and a strong set of eight both count as progress, and it flags a personal record the moment you beat your best.