# Band Triceps Pushdown

URL: https://heatsy.app/ex/band-triceps-pushdown

Also known as: Band Tricep Pushdown, Resistance Band Triceps Pushdown, Band 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](https://heatsy.app/ex/triceps-pushdown)
- [Band Overhead Triceps Extension](https://heatsy.app/ex/band-overhead-triceps-extension)