EXERCISE GUIDE
Cable Triceps Pushdown
A high-cable, straight-bar exercise for the triceps. Keep your upper arms by your sides and move through the elbows.
01Muscles used
Main muscles
- Triceps brachii: long, lateral and medial heads
Assisting & stabilizing muscles
- Abdominal and back muscles (steady the torso and pelvis)
- Forearm muscles (maintain grip and wrist alignment)
Assisting roles include movement support and postural stability. Their contribution varies with form and load.
02See the movement
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03How to perform
- Attach a straight bar to the high pulley. Face the machine with feet about hip-width, knees soft and a closed overhand grip.
- Brace gently. Hold your upper arms by your sides with elbows bent, keeping the cable clear of your face and body.
- Exhale and extend your elbows, pressing the bar toward your thighs. Keep wrists aligned and elbows steady.
- Inhale and return slowly, keeping your upper arms still and controlling the stack.
04Technique cues
- Keep your feet, pelvis and upper arms steady in both directions.
- Use a comfortable range without shoulder drive, torso rocking or knee bounce.
05Cautions
- Check the cable, clip, bar and pins. Change attachments or settings only with the stack resting.
- Avoid snapping into extension or slamming the stack. Stop for joint pain or dizziness.