Exercise guide
Cable triceps pushdown
Works your triceps. Cable machine. Beginner friendly.
The animated demo for this exercise is in the members’ area.
Main musclestriceps
Helpers—
EquipmentCable machine
LevelBeginner friendly
In your plan3 sets of 10-15 reps
Rest1 minute
How to do it
- Stand facing a high pulley with a rope or bar, elbows tucked into your sides.
- Keep your upper arms still for the whole set.
- Push down until your arms are fully straight and squeeze the backs of your arms.
- Let your forearms come back up for 2 seconds, stopping around chest height.
In the members’ area
The animated demo, side and front views, the common mistakes to avoid, and a weight and rep target for every set, from your last session.
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