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💪 Triceps Intermediate

Single Arm Cable Pushdown

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3
Sets
12
Reps
Cable
Equipment
4.80
Cal/min

🎯 Muscles Worked

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Primary
triceps

📋 How To Perform Single Arm Cable Pushdown

1
Stand facing the cable machine, grip a single handle with one hand, elbow at your side.
2
Push the handle down to full extension, rotating your palm slightly for a peak contraction.
3
Squeeze the tricep hard at the bottom.
4
Return slowly under control.
5
Keep your torso square — don't twist to help push the weight down.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Single Arm Cable Pushdown work?
Single Arm Cable Pushdown primarily targets the triceps.
How many sets and reps of Single Arm Cable Pushdown should I do?
A typical starting point is 3 sets of 12 reps, adjusted based on your goal and experience level.
What equipment do I need for Single Arm Cable Pushdown?
Single Arm Cable Pushdown requires a cable.

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