How to Do Cable Triceps Push Down Ez Bar

Cable Triceps Push Down 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 Triceps Push Down Ez Bar

  1. 01Attach an EZ bar to a high cable pulley and grasp it on the outer angled grips with an overhand hold.
  2. 02Stand with a slight forward lean at the hips and pull the bar down until the upper arms are vertical.
  3. 03Extend the elbows fully to push the bar toward the thighs, exhaling as the triceps contract.
  4. 04Return the bar slowly to chest height, allowing the elbows to flex to 90 degrees or slightly more.

Same guidance shown inside the A90 app

02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Cable Triceps Push Down 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 tucked into the ribcage to isolate the triceps and prevent the lats from taking over the movement.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Cable Triceps Push Down Ez Bar questions

What muscles does Cable Triceps Push Down Ez Bar work?

Cable Triceps Push Down 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 Triceps Push Down Ez Bar correctly?

Attach an EZ bar to a high cable pulley and grasp it on the outer angled grips with an overhand hold. Stand with a slight forward lean at the hips and pull the bar down until the upper arms are vertical. Extend the elbows fully to push the bar toward the thighs, exhaling as the triceps contract. Return the bar slowly to chest height, allowing the elbows to flex to 90 degrees or slightly more.

What is the A90 coach tip for Cable Triceps Push Down Ez Bar?

Keep the elbows tucked into the ribcage to isolate the triceps and prevent the lats from taking over the movement.

Is Cable Triceps Push Down Ez Bar suitable for beginners?

Cable Triceps Push Down Ez Bar is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Cable Triceps Push Down Ez Bar?

Cable Triceps Push Down Ez Bar uses cable.

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