Cable Tricep Pushdown vs One Arm Cable KickBack
Which one fits your Triceps workout plan?
Contents
Planfit users log Cable Tricep Pushdown more often — 39,761 sessions vs 599. Compare Triceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Cable Tricep Pushdown and One Arm Cable KickBack and pick the one that fits your Triceps workout.
Cable Tricep Pushdown vs One Arm Cable KickBack: 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 599 for One Arm Cable KickBack.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Cable Tricep Pushdown and One Arm Cable KickBack 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 One Arm Cable KickBack Differ
| What differs | Cable Tricep Pushdown | One Arm Cable KickBack |
|---|---|---|
| One side at a time | No | Yes |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 5 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 39,761 sessions | 599 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 One Arm Cable KickBack
One Arm Cable KickBack Muscles Worked: Triceps
Form
- 1. Keep your elbow fixed and push your arm back to straighten it.
- 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 One Arm Cable KickBack guide with alternatives and benefits, see the One Arm Cable KickBack exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Triceps, Cable Tricep Pushdown or One Arm Cable KickBack?
Planfit users log Cable Tricep Pushdown more often — 39,761 sessions against 599 for One Arm Cable KickBack. Both train Triceps, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Cable Tricep Pushdown and One Arm Cable KickBack need?
Cable Tricep Pushdown needs a machine, and One Arm Cable KickBack needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Cable Tricep Pushdown is the easier place to start. Move to One Arm Cable KickBack once your form holds up.
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