Cable Reverse-Grip Pushdown
Isolate and build your triceps with the cable reverse-grip pushdown! A great exercise for definition and strength.
Required Equipment
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
1. Set up the cable machine with the attachment at a high position.
2. Stand facing the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart and a slight bend in your knees for stability.
3. Grip the attachment with a reverse (underhand) grip, hands shoulder-width apart.
4. Keep your elbows tucked in close to your sides and your wrists straight.
5. Exhale as you push the attachment down, fully extending your arms and contracting your triceps at the bottom of the movement.
6. Inhale as you slowly return the attachment to the starting position, maintaining control and resisting the weight as it goes up.
7. Make sure to keep your upper arms still throughout the movement; only your forearms should be moving.
8. Complete the desired number of repetitions and sets.