Intermediate
CABLE TRICEPS PUSHDOWN (V-BAR)
Upper arms
Body Part
Triceps
Target Muscle
Cable
Equipment
Intermediate
Difficulty
Target Muscles
Triceps
Views
1
Est. Calories/min
5.00
How To Perform
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Step:1 Attach a v-bar attachment to the cable machine at the highest setting.
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Step:2 Stand facing the cable machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
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Step:3 Grasp the v-bar with an overhand grip, palms facing down, and your hands shoulder-width apart.
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Step:4 Keep your elbows close to your sides and your upper arms stationary throughout the exercise.
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Step:5 Engage your triceps and exhale as you push the v-bar down until your arms are fully extended.
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Step:6 Pause for a moment at the bottom of the movement, squeezing your triceps.
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Step:7 Inhale as you slowly return the v-bar to the starting position, maintaining control.
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Step:8 Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Quick Tips
- Warm up properly before starting
- Maintain proper form throughout
- Control the negative (eccentric) phase
- Breathe out during the effort phase
- Rest 60–90 seconds between sets
Rest Timer
01:00
