Cable Standing One Arm Tricep Pushdown (Overhand-Grip)
Expert Advice
Keep your elbow pinned to your side to isolate the tricep muscle effectively.
How-to-do Steps
- Attach a handle to a high pulley cable machine.
- Stand facing the machine and grab the handle with an overhand grip.
- Keep your elbow close to your body and your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Push the handle down until your arm is fully extended.
- Slowly return to the starting position, maintaining control and tension on the cable.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions before switching arms.
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Muscles Worked
Cable Standing One Arm Tricep Pushdown (Overhand-Grip) primarily targets the Triceps, with Strength mechanics using Cable. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Triceps100%
Equipment
Cable
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Cable Standing One Arm Tricep Pushdown (Overhand-Grip) work?
Cable Standing One Arm Tricep Pushdown (Overhand-Grip) primarily targets the Triceps. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Cable.
How many sets and reps should I do for Cable Standing One Arm Tricep Pushdown (Overhand-Grip)?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Cable Standing One Arm Tricep Pushdown (Overhand-Grip) suitable for beginners?
Cable Standing One Arm Tricep Pushdown (Overhand-Grip) is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
