Cable One Arm Tricep Pushdown Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Triceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Triceps Brachii
- Secondary Muscles
- Biceps Brachii, Brachialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Single Arm Tricep Pushdown
How to: Cable One Arm Tricep Pushdown
- Stand facing a cable machine with a single handle attached at the high pulley.
- Grab the handle with one hand, keeping your elbow close to your body.
- Push the handle downwards by extending your arm until it is fully extended.
- Slowly return to the starting position and repeat for the desired reps.
- Switch arms and repeat.
Common Mistakes
- Using too much weight, which can compromise form.
- Letting the elbows drift away from the body.
- Not fully extending the arm at the bottom of the movement.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights to reduce strain.
- Perform the exercise seated if standing causes discomfort.
Tips
- Focus on controlling the weight through the entire range of motion.
- Keep your elbows close to your body to isolate the triceps effectively.
- Slowly extend and flex your arm to maximize muscle engagement.
Cable One Arm Tricep Pushdown Alternatives
Tags
triceps
strength
cable
upper arms
isolation
fitness