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cable rear drive

cable rear drive is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1

Attach a handle to a low pulley cable machine and stand facing away from the machine.

Step 2

Grasp the handle with an overhand grip and extend your arms straight out in front of you.

Step 3

Keeping your elbows stationary, pull the handle back towards your body, squeezing your triceps at the end of the movement.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

triceps

Secondary muscles

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Primary body parts

triceps

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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