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Triceps Pushdown

The triceps pushdown straightens your elbows against resistance to strengthen the back of your arms.

Strength Training

What this exercise does

The triceps pushdown straightens your elbows against resistance to strengthen the back of your arms. It helps you push up from a chair and push doors open.

At a glance

Body part
Arms
Muscles worked
Triceps
Experience
Beginner

How to do it

  1. Attach a rope or bar to a high pulley, or anchor a band high on a door. Hold it with your elbows by your sides.
  2. Bend your elbows to about 90 degrees.
  3. Push your hands down until your arms are straight.
  4. Squeeze your triceps.
  5. Return slowly. Do 10 to 12 reps.

Common mistakes

  • Letting the elbows drift forward.
  • Leaning over the handle.
  • Using body weight to push.

Make it easier or harder

Make it easier

Use a lighter band or weight.

Make it harder

Slow the return to three seconds.

Keep it safe

Keep your elbows steady at your sides. Check the anchor.

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