Cable triceps push down straight bar
Primary Equipment
Dual cable pulley machine
Dual cable pulley machine
Key Benefits
- Effectively isolates the triceps, promoting muscle hypertrophy and definition.
- Improves elbow extension strength, beneficial for other exercises and daily activities.
- Allows for precise control of load and range of motion, minimizing injury risk.
- Versatile for different fitness levels by easily adjusting the weight.
Instructions
- Initially, hold the bar and position your arms close to your torso
- Stabilize your torso and shoulders
- Use a pronated grip (palms facing down)
- Perform the movement in a controlled manner
Tips
- Keep your shoulders and arms stabilized during the movement
- Avoid using momentum or sudden movements
- Maintain the alignment of your elbows with your torso
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Using body momentum to swing the weight instead of isolating the triceps.
- Not fully extending the elbows at the bottom of the movement.
- Allowing the elbows to flare out from the body, reducing triceps isolation.
Target Muscle
Primary
