Triceps Pushdown - Single Rope Attachment


Differentiation: Mechanics

This variation of a Triceps Pushdown is unique. Here is how: you use a single rope attachment. The single rope attachment allows you to focus intently on working one tricep at a time.


Starting Position

To get into starting position, do this...

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1) Locate a cable machine.
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2) Set the pulley at its highest setting.
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3) Obtain a rope attachment.
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4) Clip a single rope attachment onto the pulley hook.
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5) Stand facing the machine.
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6) Place your feet about shoulder-width apart for stability.
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7) Grasp the end of the rope - with your palm facing inward.
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8) ...and bring your elbow inward, so they touch the side of your torso.
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9) Your forearm should be roughly parallel to the floor.
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10) Straighten your back.

Main Mechanics

Once in starting position, do this...

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1) This is the starting position.
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2) Exhale while pushing the end of the rope downward
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3) ...until your arm is fully extended and pointed toward the floor.
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4) Hold this position for a count of one second.
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5) Inhale while gradually allow the rope to retract upward to starting position.
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6) Repeat reps for a full set.


Proper Form

There is nothing that needs special attention.



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