Cable Tricep Pushdown with Short Bar
Classic cable tricep pushdown — excellent for lateral head isolation
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At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Triceps (Lateral Head). Secondary: Forearms |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Arms |
| Difficulty | Beginner |
| Type | Strength · Push |
| Sets & reps | 4 sets × 12 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~65 kcal |
How to do it
- With an overhand grip grab a cable short bar, and press it down without moving your body.
Equipment
- pulley optional
Coaching tips
Benefits
Classic cable tricep pushdown — excellent for lateral head isolation
Common mistakes
Flaring elbows; bending forward; incomplete extension
Make it harder
Slow eccentric; add pause at lockout; increase resistance
Make it easier
Reduce resistance; use rope attachment
Breathing
Exhale on contraction, inhale on release
Build a workout with this exercise
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