Cable Push Down


Pro Tip

Try to consciously squeeze your triceps at the bottom for added benefit.


How To

  1. Stand upright, gripping the bar overhand and holding it at chest level.
  2. Exhale and extend your arms downward while keeping your torso straight and not allowing it or your upper arms to move.
  3. Continue pressing down until your arms are fully extended.
  4. Inhale and return to the starting position by allowing your arm to bend upwards again.

Primary Muscle Groups

Outer Tricep

Outer region of your tricep.


Secondary Muscle Groups

Lower Back

Center region of your back, spanning from the pelvis to just below the neck. However, parts of it are hidden beneath other muscles. The lower portion is the most visible.

Lower Tricep

Lower tricep, close to your elbow.

Upper Tricep

Upper region of your tricep.


Equipment

Push Down Bar

If this handle is unavailable, a curl bar can be used as a substitute.

Single Pulley Tower

If unavailable, you can go to a machine with two towers instead. If you do this, just use one of the two towers.


Variations

Exercises that target the same primary muscle groups and require the same equipment.


Alternatives

Exercises that target the same primary muscle groups with different equipment