Cable Tricep Pushdown vs Close Grip Bench Press
Which one fits your Triceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log Cable Tricep Pushdown more often — 39,761 sessions vs 3,186. Compare Triceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Cable Tricep Pushdown and Close Grip Bench Press and pick the one that fits your Triceps workout.
Cable Tricep Pushdown vs Close Grip Bench Press: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Cable Tricep Pushdown more often — 39,761 sessions compared to 3,186 for Close Grip Bench Press.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Cable Tricep Pushdown and Close Grip Bench Press differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Cable Tricep Pushdown and Close Grip Bench Press Differ
| What differs | Cable Tricep Pushdown | Close Grip Bench Press |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | triceps | chest and triceps |
| Equipment | a machine | a barbell |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 39,761 sessions | 3,186 sessions |
How to Do Cable Tricep Pushdown
Cable Tricep Pushdown Muscles Worked: Triceps
Form
- 1. Please lower it until your arm is fully extended.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position while bearing the weight.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your elbows flare out.
- 2. Please be careful not to overextend your arms.
For a full Cable Tricep Pushdown guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Cable Tricep Pushdown exercise guide.
How to Do Close Grip Bench Press
Close Grip Bench Press Muscles Worked: Triceps
Form
- 1. Slowly lower the barbell until it touches your chest.
- 2. Bend your elbows as you go down.
- 3. Slowly lift the barbell back up to return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your elbows flare out.
- 2. Be careful not to let your shoulders come forward past your chest, as it can put strain on your shoulders.
- 3. Please be careful not to let your hips come off the bench.
For a full Close Grip Bench Press guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Close Grip Bench Press exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Triceps, Cable Tricep Pushdown or Close Grip Bench Press?
Planfit users log Cable Tricep Pushdown more often — 39,761 sessions against 3,186 for Close Grip Bench Press. Both train Triceps, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do Cable Tricep Pushdown and Close Grip Bench Press work the same muscles?
Not quite. Cable Tricep Pushdown loads triceps, and Close Grip Bench Press loads chest and triceps.
What equipment do Cable Tricep Pushdown and Close Grip Bench Press need?
Cable Tricep Pushdown needs a machine, and Close Grip Bench Press needs a barbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Cable Tricep Pushdown is the easier place to start. Move to Close Grip Bench Press once your form holds up.
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