Exercise technique

cable rear drive

The cable rear drive is an isolation exercise targeting the triceps, performed using a cable machine. It also engages the shoulders and back as secondary muscles. The movement requires control and proper form to effectively target the triceps while minimizing strain on the shoulders and elbows.

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How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Attach a handle to a low pulley cable machine and stand facing away from the machine.
  2. Grasp the handle with an overhand grip and extend your arms straight out in front of you.
  3. Keeping your elbows stationary, pull the handle back towards your body, squeezing your triceps at the end of the movement.
  4. Slowly return the handle to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Shoulders, Back.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

Alternatives to explore

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dumbbell standing bent over two arm triceps extension

Triceps · Dumbbell

cable alternate triceps extension

Triceps · Cable

bodyweight kneeling triceps extension

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