Reverse-grip triceps pushdown

High cable, bar with underhand grip

Also called underhand pushdown

Reverse-grip triceps pushdown, start positionReverse-grip triceps pushdown, end position
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Face a high cable holding a bar with an underhand grip. Push down by extending the elbows while the upper arms stay still.

  1. Underhand grip, elbows pinned
  2. Full lockout each rep
  3. Slow return up

Movement

Pattern
Elbow extension
Type
Isolation, one joint moves
Sides
Both sides together
Equipment
Cable

Muscles worked

Main movers get full credit for a set, helpers half.

Upper body

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