6 Standing Exercises to Tighten Upper Arms After 45
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At a glance
- This text details how to perform a Standing Cable Tricep Pressdown, an exercise aimed at tightening and toning the triceps.
- what it does: This exercise provides constant tension to the triceps, leading to muscle fatigue and toning.
- Muscles Worked: * Triceps long head * Triceps lateral head * Triceps medial head * Forearms
Standing Cable Tricep Pressdown – Exercise Breakdown
This text details how to perform a Standing Cable Tricep Pressdown, an exercise aimed at tightening and toning the triceps. Here’s a summary:
what it does: This exercise provides constant tension to the triceps, leading to muscle fatigue and toning. It also engages the core and lower body for stability. It strengthens the muscles used for everyday pushing and lifting.
Muscles Worked:
* Triceps long head
* Triceps lateral head
* Triceps medial head
* Forearms
How to perform:
- Setup: Stand facing a cable station with a rope or straight bar attachment.
- position: Brace your core and keep your elbows bent at your sides.
- Press: Press the handle downward until your arms are fully straightened.
- Squeeze: Briefly squeeze your triceps at the bottom of the movement.
- return: Slowly return the handle to the starting position.
sets & Reps: 3 sets of 12-15 reps,with 45 seconds rest between sets.
variations:
* Rope pressdown
* Single-arm pressdown
* Resistance band pressdown
Form Tip: Keep your elbows locked in place to prevent shoulder movement.