Seated Triceps Pushdown



SEATED TRICEPS PUSHDOWN - Machine

TARGET MUSCLES:

  • Triceps Brachii (Back of Upper Arm)

START POSITION:

  • Sit on the machine with the back supported and maintain a neutral spine.
  • Adjust the seat and arm supports according to the machine design.
  • Position the feet securely on the floor or foot supports.
  • Grasp the handles securely with the wrists in a comfortable, neutral position.
  • Keep the upper arms properly positioned against the machine supports.

PROCEDURE:

  • Keeping the upper arms stable, extend the elbows to press the handles downward.
  • Maintain a stable torso and avoid using momentum to move the resistance.
  • Extend the arms through a comfortable range of motion without forcefully locking the elbows.
  • Slowly bend the elbows to return the handles to the starting position under control.
  • Repeat using slow, controlled movements. (12-15 times)
Seated Triceps Pushdown Machine
Image courtesy of Leonard Krasniqi