Tricep Pushdown

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The tricep pushdown is a cable exercise for the triceps (arms). In RepFuel you log it as weight × reps, with last session's numbers shown beside every set so you know what to beat.

Tricep Pushdown illustration

How to progress

  • • Pick a rep range (say 8–12) and a weight you can do with good form.
  • • Add reps each session until every set hits the top of the range, then add the smallest weight jump and start again.
  • • Leave a rep or two in the tank on most sets; stop any set if form breaks down or something hurts.

Similar exercises for the triceps

Reverse-Grip Tricep PushdownTriceps · CableRope Tricep PushdownTriceps · CableCable Tricep ExtensionTriceps · CableCable Tricep KickbackTriceps · CableOverhead Tricep ExtensionTriceps · CableSingle-Arm Cable PushdownTriceps · CableSingle-Arm Cable Tricep ExtensionTriceps · CableBent-Over Tricep ExtensionTriceps · Dumbbell

Arms exercises with other equipment

Alternating Dumbbell CurlBiceps · DumbbellBand Bicep CurlBiceps · BandBarbell CurlBiceps · BarbellBarbell Preacher CurlBiceps · BarbellBarbell Spider CurlBiceps · BarbellBench DipTriceps · Bodyweight

Programs with the tricep pushdown

Machine Starter

Beginner · 2–3 days a week

Beginner Full Body

Beginner · 3 days a week

Beginner Push/Pull/Legs

Beginner · 3 days a week

Push/Pull/Legs ×2

Intermediate · 6 days a week

Log it in RepFuel

RepFuel shows last session's weight × reps beside every set, runs your rest timer and celebrates PRs. Free, works on any phone, no app store needed.

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General fitness information, not medical advice. If you're new to an exercise, learn it with light weight or from a qualified coach.