How to do it
Squeeze your triceps hard at full arm extension.
- 1
Attach a rope to a high pulley and grab one end with one hand.
- 2
Stand facing the cable machine with a slight forward lean and feet shoulder-width apart.
- 3
Keep your elbow close to your body and push the rope down until your arm is fully extended.
- 4
Slowly return to the starting position, maintaining tension on the triceps.
- 5
Complete the desired number of repetitions before switching arms.
Expert tip
Keep your elbow pinned to your side throughout the exercise to isolate the triceps effectively.
Common mistakes
- ✕Leaning the torso too far forward
- ✕Letting the wrist rotate during the pushdown
- ✕Standing too close to the cable machine