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Cable Pushdown (with Rope Attachment)

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Intermediate

target Target Muscle Groups

Primary: Triceps accessibility Upper Arms
Forearms

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Cable

Category

strength

Mechanic

isolation

Cal/min

5.5

Force

push

Cable Pushdown (with Rope Attachment) is a intermediate single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Triceps in the Upper Arms region. Performed using cable, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Forearms.

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1

Attach a rope attachment to a high pulley on a cable machine.

2

Stand facing the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart and a slight bend in your knees.

3

Grasp the rope with an overhand grip, palms facing each other.

4

Keep your elbows close to your sides and your upper arms stationary throughout the exercise.

5

Exhale and push the rope downward by extending your elbows until your arms are fully extended.

6

Pause for a moment, then inhale and slowly return to the starting position by allowing your elbows to flex.

7

Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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