Cable Triceps Pushdown (V-bar attachment)

Cable Triceps Pushdown demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand in front of the pulley machine. Grab the V-bar with an overhand grip.
  • 2Keep your elbows close to your body, push the bar down until your arms are fully extended.
  • 3Pause for a second then slowly bring the bar back up to the initial position.
  • 4Ensure that only your forearms are moving. The elbows should remain stationary.
  • 5Repeat the routine for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Tips:

  • Focus on your triceps rather than your back or shoulders.
  • Avoid leaning too much into the machine.
  • Contract your triceps at the bottom of each rep.
  • Keep the motion controlled, don't rush through the reps.

Cable Triceps Pushdown Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs