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One Arm Tricep Pushdown (Reverse Grip)
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Reverse-grip single-arm cable pushdown working all three triceps heads — described as one of the best triceps exercises.
Detail
The one-arm tricep pushdown (reverse grip) has primary emphasis on all 3 heads of the triceps. The one-arm cable push-down with reverse grip is the all-three-heads cable exercise — noted as "one of best." Rope work is effective in triceps extensions when the elbows are at carrying-angle width.
Key facts
- Primary Emphasis: All 3 heads.
- Reverse-grip cable pushdown; one of the best triceps movements.
Connections
- triceps — all three heads.
- carrying-angle — elbow positioning for cable/rope work.
- tricep-pushdown — the two-arm pushdown.
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This module is now the structured exercise record ex.one-arm-tricep-pushdown
(spine/triceps.json).
SourceReference manual
p.428p.544p.600
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Atlas Connections
Carrying Angle of the Elbow
Because the trochlea extends longer than the capitulum, the extended supinated forearm deviates laterally from the humerus — the carrying angle (cubital angle), ~5° in men and 10–15° in women.Triceps Brachii
The three-headed elbow extensor (long, medial, lateral heads); the long head also assists shoulder extension.Tricep PushdownsClosely related
Cable triceps pushdown working all three heads; the basic/major-muscle triceps exercise and a novice selection.Intensity
The amount of weight (resistance) lifted — also shaped by speed, reps, sets, rest interval, and workout duration.