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Animated demonstration of the cable triceps pushdown (v-bar) (with arm blaster) exercise, targeting the Triceps using Cable.

cable triceps pushdown (v-bar) (with arm blaster)

Body part
Upper arms
Equipment
Cable
Target muscle
Triceps
Secondary muscles
forearms

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Attach a v-bar attachment to the cable machine at the highest setting.

  2. Step 2: Stand facing the cable machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.

  3. Step 3: Grasp the v-bar with an overhand grip, palms facing down, and your hands shoulder-width apart.

  4. Step 4: Keep your elbows close to your sides and your upper arms stationary throughout the exercise.

  5. Step 5: Engage your triceps and exhale as you push the v-bar down until your arms are fully extended.

  6. Step 6: Pause for a moment at the bottom of the movement, squeezing your triceps.

  7. Step 7: Inhale as you slowly return the v-bar to the starting position, maintaining control.

  8. Step 8: Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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