Videos » Exercise Encyclopedia » Triceps » Single Arm Push Down

Instructions

• Hold your trunk tight and keep your back straight
• Hold the cable with an overhand grip
• Optional - Hold the frame for balance/stability
• Lean forward slightly
• Keep your elbow tucked in
• Keep your upper arm inline with your torso
• Start with your arm flexed
• Push the cable down and almost fully extend your arm
• Lower the cable to the start position but do not let the weight stack touch down
• All movement should be generated by your triceps - Do not swing your body to assist the action

Muscles involved

• Triceps Brachii