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Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdown

Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdown is a beginner isolation cable exercise that mainly works your triceps.

💪 Triceps🏋️ Cable📈 Beginner🔗 Isolation🎯 3 sets of 10-15 reps
Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdown: starting position
Starting position
Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdown: end position
End position

How to do the reverse grip triceps pushdown

  1. Start by setting a bar attachment (straight or e-z) on a high pulley machine.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. Then begin to lower the cable bar back down to the original staring position while exhaling and contracting the triceps hard.
  5. Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Primary: Triceps

Sets and reps

Do 3 sets of 10-15 reps with 60-90 seconds of rest, using a weight you can control through the full range. Add reps first, then weight.

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FAQ

What muscles does the reverse grip triceps pushdown work?

It mainly works your triceps.

How many sets and reps of reverse grip triceps pushdown should I do?

Do 3 sets of 10-15 reps with 60-90 seconds of rest, using a weight you can control through the full range. Add reps first, then weight.

Is the reverse grip triceps pushdown good for beginners?

Yes. It is a beginner-friendly movement: start light and focus on the form steps above.

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