Band Triceps Pushdown
An isolation triceps exercise using an overhead-anchored band to straighten the elbows against resistance.
Secondary muscles
How to do it
- Anchor the band overhead and stand facing it with a handle or end in each hand.
- Bend your elbows to about 90 degrees and pin your upper arms close to your sides.
- Brace your torso and press your hands straight down until your elbows fully extend.
- Pause briefly at the bottom and squeeze your triceps.
- Slowly let the band rise back up until your forearms return to the start position.
- Repeat without letting your elbows drift forward or outward.
Form cues
- Elbows pinned to sides
- Only move the forearms
- Stand tall
- Squeeze at lockout
Common mistakes
- Upper arms swinging forward and back
- Elbows flaring away from the torso
- Leaning body weight onto the band
- Stopping short of full elbow extension
Breathing
Exhale as you press the band down, and inhale as you return to the start.
