Description

The cable reverse grip triceps pushdown is a variation of the classic triceps pushdown exercise that targets the triceps muscles from a different angle by using a reverse grip.

Starting Position

Stand facing the cable machine with a shoulder-width stance. Grasp the SZ-bar attachment with an underhand grip, palms facing up, and hands shoulder-width apart.

Technical Execution

Keeping your elbows close to your body, exhale and push the bar down towards your thighs until your arms are fully extended. Hold for a brief moment at the bottom of the movement and squeeze your triceps.

Range of Motion

Ensure a full range of motion by fully extending your arms at the bottom of the movement and allowing the bar to come back up just below your chin.

Variations

You can vary the grip width on the SZ-bar attachment to target different areas of the triceps or try using different cable attachments for a change in stimulus.

Common Mistakes

Common mistakes include using momentum to move the weight, leaning too far forward or backward, and not fully extending the arms at the bottom of the movement.

Practical Advice

Focus on keeping your elbows close to your body throughout the movement and ensure you are using a weight that allows you to perform the exercise with proper form.

Additional Notes

This exercise is great for targeting the lateral head of the triceps and can help improve overall arm strength and definition.

Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Equipment Needed

Cable

Primary Muscles

triceps

Secondary Muscles