Cable Triceps Pushdown (V bar) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Triceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Cable
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Triceps Brachii
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- beginner
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- V-bar triceps pushdown
How to: Cable Triceps Pushdown (V bar)
- Stand facing the cable machine with feet shoulder-width apart.
- Attach a V-bar to the high pulley of the cable machine.
- Grip the V-bar with both hands and step back slightly to put tension on the cable.
- Keeping your elbows close to your sides, push the V-bar down until your arms are fully extended.
- Pause for a moment at the bottom, then slowly return to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the elbows flare out.
- Using too much weight, leading to poor form.
- Failing to fully extend the arms, not getting a complete range of motion.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights to learn proper form.
- Perform the exercise seated to reduce strain on the back.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your body throughout the movement.
- Do not lean forward; keep your back straight.
- Control the movement both when pushing down and when returning the bar to the starting position.
Cable Triceps Pushdown (V bar) Alternatives
Tags
triceps
strength
cable
upper arms
fitness
workout