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How to do Cable Reverse-grip Pushdown

The cable reverse-grip pushdown is an isolation exercise targeting the triceps, performed using a cable machine with a straight bar and an underhand grip. It emphasizes triceps activation while also engaging the forearms.

Cable Reverse-grip Pushdown demonstration
Primary muscle
Triceps
Also works
Forearms
Equipment
Cable
Level
Beginner
Category
Triceps

How to do Cable Reverse-grip Pushdown, step by step

  1. Attach a straight bar to a high pulley cable machine.
  2. Stand facing the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  3. Grasp the bar with an underhand grip, palms facing up, and your hands shoulder-width apart.
  4. Keep your elbows close to your sides and your upper arms stationary throughout the exercise.
  5. Using your triceps, push the bar down until your arms are fully extended and your triceps are contracted.
  6. Pause for a moment, then slowly return the bar to the starting position.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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Muscles worked

Cable Reverse-grip Pushdown works your triceps as the main mover, with help from your forearms.

Variations

Cable Reverse-grip Pushdown is a variation of Cable Pushdown.

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