Reverse-Grip Cable Pushdown
Technique guide
Set-up
- Attach a straight bar to a high pulley and hold it with an underhand grip, palms facing up.
- Stand close to the machine with your elbows tucked at your sides.
How to do it
- Push the bar down until your arms are straight.
- Squeeze your triceps briefly.
- Let the bar rise slowly until your forearms are just above parallel to the floor.
Coaching cues
- Keep your wrists straight as you press.
- Upper arms stay pinned to your sides.
Common mistakes
- Letting the elbows drift forward.
- Using a weight too heavy for the weaker underhand grip.
Reviewed by Anthony Markson on 2026-11-01
This is general fitness information, not medical advice. If you have pain or an injury, see a doctor or physiotherapist before training.
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