One Arm Dumbbell KickBack vs Tricep Pushdown Machine
Which one fits your Triceps workout plan?
Contents
Planfit users log One Arm Dumbbell KickBack more often — 6,330 sessions vs 2,436. Compare Triceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of One Arm Dumbbell KickBack and Tricep Pushdown Machine and pick the one that fits your Triceps workout.
One Arm Dumbbell KickBack vs Tricep Pushdown Machine: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log One Arm Dumbbell KickBack more often — 6,330 sessions compared to 2,436 for Tricep Pushdown Machine.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. One Arm Dumbbell KickBack 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 Dumbbell KickBack and Tricep Pushdown Machine Differ
| What differs | One Arm Dumbbell KickBack | Tricep Pushdown Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a machine |
| One side at a time | Yes | No |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 6,330 sessions | 2,436 sessions |
How to Do One Arm Dumbbell KickBack
One Arm Dumbbell 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 Dumbbell KickBack guide with alternatives and benefits, see the One Arm Dumbbell KickBack 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 Dumbbell KickBack or Tricep Pushdown Machine?
Planfit users log One Arm Dumbbell KickBack more often — 6,330 sessions against 2,436 for Tricep Pushdown Machine. 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 Dumbbell KickBack and Tricep Pushdown Machine need?
One Arm Dumbbell KickBack needs a dumbbell, 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 Dumbbell KickBack once your form holds up.
Stop Guessing Which One to Do
AI picks your workouts based on your goals, body type, and experience.
