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Reverse-Grip Pressdown

Intermediate

Reverse-Grip Pressdown

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Author

Owen Jones

Updated

17 Sep 2024

Demonstration Video

  • Description
  • Instructions
  • Muscle Groups
  • Tips

Exercise Description

Reverse-Grip Pressdown activates your entire triceps and is also good for upper back and rear shoulder muscles.

Exercise Instructions

  • Step 1

    Grab the straight bar attachment with an overhand grip, palms facing you and arms slightly wider than shoulder-width. Your arms should be fully extended up. This is your starting position.
  • Step 2

    Slowly pull your elbows down and back, bringing your shoulder blades together. The bar should stop in front of the chest. Pause and then slowly return the barbell to the starting position.

Muscle Groups

Reverse-Grip Pressdown targets Abs, Biceps, Forearms, Shoulders, Triceps as seen below.

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Exercise Tips

  • Activate your back muscles by bringing your elbows to your chest and squeezing your shoulders.
  • Don't use a partial range of motion. Pull the bar to your chest.
  • Avoid rounding in the upper back. Stand up with your chest up and your shoulders back.