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Band Triceps Pressdown
Push a resistance band down to straighten elbows. Good triceps exercise that's easy on the elbow joint.
Stop if
Choose an easier exercise if pain reaches 6 out of 10 or becomes sharp. Stop and rest if pain reaches 8 out of 10.
This is the general ClapMove rule. This exercise has no extra stop rule of its own.
- Pain 6 out of 10 or more: choose an easier exercise.
- Pain 8 out of 10 or more: stop and rest.
Equipment needed
- Works at home
- Works at the gym
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Home Options
- resistance band
No equipment? Try: Cable machine, Overhead pulley
Dosage
3
Sets
15
Reps / Time
45 sec
Rest
2 down / 2 up
Tempo
Step-by-Step Guide
Set up
- Anchor band above head height
- Grasp band with both hands
- Elbows bent, tucked at sides
- Stand facing anchor point
Step 1 of 5
Keep elbows pinned at sides
Step 2 of 5
Push hands straight down
Step 3 of 5
Straighten arms completely
Step 4 of 5
Pause at bottom
Step 5 of 5
Slowly let arms bend back up
Breathing
- Exhale on push down
- Inhale on return
Form Cues
- Elbows stay still
- Only forearms move
- Full extension
- Controlled return
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Elbows flaring out
- Elbows moving forward
- Not fully extending
- Using body momentum
Safety Information
Generally well tolerated. Good starting triceps exercise.
Progressions
Use heavier band
Regressions
Use lighter band
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