Animated GIF · Available via API
gif_boxCable Reverse-grip Pushdown
play_arrow Try via APItarget Target Muscle Groups
fitness_center Equipment
CableCategory
strength
Mechanic
isolation
Cal/min
5.5
Force
push
Cable Reverse-grip Pushdown 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.
list_alt Step-by-Step Instructions
Attach a straight bar to a high pulley cable machine.
Stand facing the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Grasp the bar with an underhand grip, palms facing up, and your hands shoulder-width apart.
Keep your elbows close to your sides and your upper arms stationary throughout the exercise.
Using your triceps, push the bar down until your arms are fully extended and your triceps are contracted.
Pause for a moment, then slowly return the bar to the starting position.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
grid_view More Upper Arms Exercises
Use this data in your app
Access Cable Reverse-grip Pushdown and 1,300+ other exercises via the WorkoutX REST API. GIFs, muscle data, instructions — all in one JSON response.
Fetch by exercise ID
Browse Upper Arms exercises