cable pushdown
cable pushdown is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Attach a straight bar to a high pulley cable machine.
Step 2
Stand facing the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart and a slight bend in your knees.
Step 3
Grasp the bar with an overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart.
Step 4
Keep your elbows close to your sides and your upper arms stationary.
Step 5
Exhale and push the bar down until your elbows are fully extended.
Step 6
Pause for a moment, then inhale and slowly return the bar to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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