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Cable Pushdown (with Rope Attachment)

Beginner
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How to Do It

  1. Attach a rope attachment to a high pulley on a cable machine.
  2. Stand facing the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart and a slight bend in your knees.
  3. Grasp the rope with an overhand grip, palms facing each other.
  4. Keep your elbows close to your sides and your upper arms stationary throughout the exercise.
  5. Exhale and push the rope downward by extending your elbows until your arms are fully extended.
  6. Pause for a moment, then inhale and slowly return to the starting position by allowing your elbows to flex.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Prescription

3Sets
10-15Reps
Rest interval60-90 sec

Body Part

Upper Arms

Equipment

Cable

Muscles Worked

PrimaryTriceps
Secondary
Forearms