One Arm Cable Tricep Extension vs Tricep Pushdown Machine
Which one fits your Triceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log Tricep Pushdown Machine more often — 2,436 sessions vs 747. Compare Triceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of One Arm Cable Tricep Extension and Tricep Pushdown Machine and pick the one that fits your Triceps workout.
One Arm Cable Tricep Extension vs Tricep Pushdown Machine: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Tricep Pushdown Machine more often — 2,436 sessions compared to 747 for One Arm Cable Tricep Extension.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. One Arm Cable Tricep Extension and Tricep Pushdown Machine differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How One Arm Cable Tricep Extension and Tricep Pushdown Machine Differ
| What differs | One Arm Cable Tricep Extension | Tricep Pushdown Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Machine type | cable-driven | pin-loaded |
| One side at a time | Yes | No |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 747 sessions | 2,436 sessions |
How to Do One Arm Cable Tricep Extension
One Arm Cable Tricep Extension Muscles Worked: Triceps
Form
- Lower your arms in front of your thighs.
- 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 Tricep Extension guide with alternatives and benefits, see the One Arm Cable Tricep Extension exercise guide.
How to Do Tricep Pushdown Machine
Tricep Pushdown Machine Muscles Worked: Triceps
Form
- 1. Grip the handle tightly and push down.
- 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 Tricep Pushdown Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Tricep Pushdown Machine exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Triceps, One Arm Cable Tricep Extension or Tricep Pushdown Machine?
Planfit users log Tricep Pushdown Machine more often — 2,436 sessions against 747 for One Arm Cable Tricep Extension. Both train Triceps, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do One Arm Cable Tricep Extension and Tricep Pushdown Machine need?
One Arm Cable Tricep Extension needs a machine, and Tricep Pushdown Machine needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Tricep Pushdown Machine is the easier place to start. Move to One Arm Cable Tricep Extension once your form holds up.
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