Cable triceps pushdown
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Cable triceps pushdown. Extend elbows against resistance, then bend them slowly. Keep upper arms steady.
How to do this exercise: Cable triceps pushdownSetup · movement · load
- Set your position
Secure a rope or short bar to a high pulley. Face the pulley with elbows by your sides and forearms in front.
- Make the movement
Extend elbows against resistance, then bend them slowly. Keep upper arms steady.
- Breathe and control the pace
Breathe out during the harder part and in on the return. Control the return instead of dropping the weight. Two reps in reserve means you could do about two more clean repetitions.
Do not use your whole torso to push the load.
Log the number shown on the machine. Pulley ratios vary, so compare results on the same machine.
For your first use, ask staff to show you the machine settings and safety release. Stop for sharp pain. This basic guide is awaiting professional review.
- Type
- Strength
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Sides
- Both sides together
- How load is measured
- Machine-displayed load
Main muscles
Triceps
Equipment
Load values are only comparable on the same exercise and equipment.
How to do it
- Secure a rope or short bar to a high pulley. Face the pulley with elbows by your sides and forearms in front.
- Extend elbows against resistance, then bend them slowly. Keep upper arms steady.
Common mistakes
- Do not use your whole torso to push the load.
Safety notes
- Start with easy resistance and breathe continuously. Stop for sharp pain; ask gym staff to demonstrate unfamiliar equipment.
Alternatives and variations
- Machine triceps extension – Alternative
- Overhead cable triceps extension – Variation