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Cable Tricep Pushdown

Constant-tension triceps isolation that is easy on the elbows.

StrengthCableControlledAll triceps exercisesAll cable exercises

What it works

Triceps

How to do it

  1. 1Face the cable with a high pulley, elbows pinned against the ribs and a slight forward lean.
  2. 2Extend the elbows to a full lockout and squeeze, then let the weight pull the hands back up until you feel the triceps stretch — without letting the elbows drift forward.
  3. 3The whole movement happens below the elbow; if the shoulders are helping, drop the weight.

Cues that matter

Watch a form guide for the cable tricep pushdown

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