How to Do Cable Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdown (Ez Bar)

Cable Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdown (Ez Bar) is a triceps exercise using cable, listed as intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Triceps

Equipment

Cable

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Cable Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdown (Ez Bar)

  1. 01Attach an EZ bar to a high pulley and grip the bar with an underhand, palms-up position at shoulder-width.
  2. 02Position the feet hip-width apart and lean the torso slightly forward at the hips.
  3. 03Drive the bar down by extending the elbows until the arms are straight at the bottom.
  4. 04Squeeze the triceps hard at full extension before allowing the bar to return to chest height.
  5. 05Control the ascent by stopping when the forearms reach a position just above parallel to the floor.

Same guidance shown inside the A90 app

02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Cable Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdown (Ez Bar)

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Triceps Straightens the elbow to push weight away.

Stabilisers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.
  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

Keep the elbows pinned to the ribcage to prevent the shoulders from rolling forward and taking over the movement.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Cable Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdown (Ez Bar) questions

What muscles does Cable Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdown (Ez Bar) work?

Cable Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdown (Ez Bar) is catalogued as a triceps exercise in A90 Training Club, with the triceps as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Cable Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdown (Ez Bar) correctly?

Attach an EZ bar to a high pulley and grip the bar with an underhand, palms-up position at shoulder-width. Position the feet hip-width apart and lean the torso slightly forward at the hips. Drive the bar down by extending the elbows until the arms are straight at the bottom. Squeeze the triceps hard at full extension before allowing the bar to return to chest height. Control the ascent by stopping when the forearms reach a position just above parallel to the floor.

What is the A90 coach tip for Cable Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdown (Ez Bar)?

Keep the elbows pinned to the ribcage to prevent the shoulders from rolling forward and taking over the movement.

Is Cable Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdown (Ez Bar) suitable for beginners?

Cable Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdown (Ez Bar) is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Cable Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdown (Ez Bar)?

Cable Reverse Grip Triceps Pushdown (Ez Bar) uses cable.

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