Triceps extension · Coached in Recomp

Cable triceps pushdown

The cable triceps pushdown is a beginner triceps extension exercise for your triceps, using cable stack.

Main muscles
Triceps
Equipment
Cable stack
Level
Beginner
Cable triceps pushdown, starting position
Start
Cable triceps pushdown, end position
Finish

Setup

Attach a rope or bar to a high pulley. Stand close, elbows at your sides.

How to do it

  1. Push down until your arms are straight.
  2. Squeeze your triceps.
  3. Let it rise until your forearms are just above parallel.

Coaching cues

  • Elbows stay pinned.
  • Only the forearms move.

Common mistakes

  • Leaning over the weight.
  • Elbows flaring out.

Make it easier or harder

HarderOverhead dumbbell extension

Alternatives to the cable triceps pushdown

Overhead dumbbell extension Dumbbells Bench Dips Body weight Close-Grip Barbell Bench Press Barbell Diamond push-up Body weight EZ-Bar Skullcrusher E-z curl bar Tricep Dumbbell Kickback Dumbbell