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How to do Cable Triceps Pushdown

Primary muscle: Triceps

TricepsBeginnerCable, MachineIsolation
Cable Triceps Pushdown start and end positionCable Triceps Pushdown start and end position

Step-by-step

  1. Set the pulley high and grip the bar at shoulder width.
  2. Pin your elbows to your torso and keep them fixed.
  3. Press the bar down without moving your upper arms.
  4. Fully squeeze your triceps at the bottom.
  5. Let the bar rise back up under control without letting your elbows drift.

Coaching tip

Keep your upper arms still; move only at the elbow.

Caution

Skip this move or ask a professional first if you have pain or an injury in: elbow. FitCi filters it out of your program automatically based on the injuries in your profile.

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