Band Triceps Pushdown

Body region

• Arms

Muscles

Main

• Triceps

Helps

• Anconeus

Holds

• Rectus Abdominis
• Transversus Abdominis

Equipment

• Resistance Band

Technique

1. Loop a band over a high anchor such as a pull-up bar or door anchor and hold the ends with an overhand grip.
2. Stand tall, step back slightly and pin your elbows to your sides, hands at chest height.
3. Press your hands down until your arms are straight.
4. Let the hands rise back up under control until your forearms are just above parallel.

Cues

• Keep the elbows glued to your ribs.
• Spread the ends of the band slightly at the bottom for a stronger squeeze.

Common mistakes

• Leaning over the band to push with body weight.
• Letting the elbows move forward as the hands rise.
• Using a band that is too light and rushing the reps.

Alternatives

• Triceps Pushdown
• Band Overhead Triceps Extension