Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdown
A beginner isolation strength exercise that works the triceps, using a cable machine.
Starting position
End position
How to Do Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdown
- Start by setting a bar attachment (straight or e-z) on a high pulley machine.
- Facing the bar attachment, grab it with the palms facing up (supinated grip) at shoulder width. Lower the bar by using your lats until your arms are fully extended by your sides. Tip: Elbows should be in by your sides and your feet should be shoulder width apart from each other. This is the starting position.
- Slowly elevate the bar attachment up as you inhale so it is aligned with your chest. Only the forearms should move and the elbows/upper arms should be stationary by your side at all times.
- Then begin to lower the cable bar back down to the original staring position while exhaling and contracting the triceps hard.
- Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.
Muscles Worked
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Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles do reverse grip triceps pushdown work?
Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdown primarily works the triceps.
What equipment do I need for reverse grip triceps pushdown?
Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdown uses cable machine.
Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdown: is it suitable for beginners?
Yes. Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdown is rated beginner. Movements you can learn in a session, with a low skill floor and a forgiving failure mode.
What can I do instead of reverse grip triceps pushdown?
Triceps Pushdown, Triceps Pushdown - Rope Attachment, Triceps Pushdown - V-Bar Attachment train the same primary muscles and are listed with 7 more alternatives above.
Can Fitnit count my reverse grip triceps pushdown reps automatically?
Not automatically yet. Fitnit's AI rep counting covers push-ups, squats, dumbbell curls, crunches and pull-ups today; reverse grip triceps pushdown can be logged manually in the app, and tracked movements are added over time.
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