Triceps Pushdown

Triceps Pushdown

The triceps pushdown is a triceps isolation exercise. This exercise is most commonly done using a cable with a bar attachment but can also be done with a rope attachment.

 
 

Instructions

How to perform a Triceps Pushdown:

Stand facing the weight machine at the end with the cable so that your feet are approximately hip width apart.
  • Stand facing the weight machine at the end with the cable so that your feet are approximately hip width apart.

    Stand facing the weight machine at the end with the cable so that your feet are approximately hip width apart.

  • Grasp the bar with an overhand grip. The bar should be level with your chest.

    Grasp the bar with an overhand grip. The bar should be level with your chest.

  • Push down on the bar until your arms are straight down in front of you. Ensure your elbows are tucked in and close to your body.

    Push down on the bar until your arms are straight down in front of you. Ensure your elbows are tucked in and close to your body.

  • Return the bar back up to the position in <2/position 2> in a controlled manner.

    Return the bar back up to the position in position 2 in a controlled manner.

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