Barbell Tricep Extension vs One Arm Cable KickBack
Which one fits your Triceps workout plan?
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Barbell Tricep Extension and One Arm Cable KickBack are close in use — 765 vs 599 sessions logged. What separates them is Triceps loading and form.
Compare the benefits of Barbell Tricep Extension and One Arm Cable KickBack and pick the one that fits your Triceps workout.
Barbell Tricep Extension vs One Arm Cable KickBack: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Barbell Tricep Extension more often — 765 sessions compared to 599 for One Arm Cable KickBack.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Barbell Tricep Extension and One Arm Cable KickBack differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Barbell Tricep Extension and One Arm Cable KickBack Differ
| What differs | Barbell Tricep Extension | One Arm Cable KickBack |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a barbell | a machine |
| One side at a time | No | Yes |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 765 sessions | 599 sessions |
How to Do Barbell Tricep Extension
Barbell Tricep Extension Muscles Worked: Triceps
Form
- 1. Keep your elbows fixed and lower your arms behind your head.
- 2. After lowering them behind your head, slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your elbows flare out.
- 2. Please be careful not to overextend your arms.
For a full Barbell Tricep Extension guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Barbell Tricep Extension exercise guide.
How to Do One Arm Cable KickBack
One Arm Cable KickBack Muscles Worked: Triceps
Form
- 1. Keep your elbow fixed and push your arm back to straighten it.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position while bearing the weight.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your elbows flare out.
- 2. Please be careful not to overextend your arms.
For a full One Arm Cable KickBack guide with alternatives and benefits, see the One Arm Cable KickBack exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Triceps, Barbell Tricep Extension or One Arm Cable KickBack?
Neither is clearly ahead — Planfit users log both at a similar rate. They both train Triceps, so the choice comes down to the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Barbell Tricep Extension and One Arm Cable KickBack need?
Barbell Tricep Extension needs a barbell, and One Arm Cable KickBack needs a machine.
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