How to do the Cable Rear Drive
Cable Rear Drive is an intermediate single-joint isolation pushing exercise targeting the Triceps in the Upper Arms region. Performed using cable, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Shoulders and Back.
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Cable Rear Drive at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Triceps
- Secondary muscles
- Shoulders, Back
- Equipment
- Cable
- Level
- Intermediate
- Type
- Isolation (single-joint)
- Force
- Push
Cable Rear Drive step by step
- 1Attach a handle to a low pulley cable machine and stand facing away from the machine.
- 2Grasp the handle with an overhand grip and extend your arms straight out in front of you.
- 3Keeping your elbows stationary, pull the handle back towards your body, squeezing your triceps at the end of the movement.
- 4Slowly return the handle to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Cable Rear Drive — questions
What muscles does the Cable Rear Drive work?
The Cable Rear Drive primarily targets the Triceps. It also recruits the Shoulders, Back as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Cable Rear Drive?
You need cable. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Cable Rear Drive suitable for beginners?
It is classed as intermediate. Build the movement pattern with an easier variation first, then add load once the technique holds under fatigue.
What can I do instead of the Cable Rear Drive?
Cable Alternate Triceps Extension, Cable Concentration Extension (on Knee), Cable High Pulley Overhead Tricep Extension train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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