Triceps Pushdown - V-Bar Attachment

Differentiation: Mechanics

This variation of a Triceps Pushdown is unique. Here is how: you use a V-Bar attachment. This attachment places your hands at an angle | that forces the long head of your triceps to work harder.

Starting Position

To get into starting position, do this...

1) Locate a cable machine.

2) Set the pulley at its highest setting.

3) Obtain a V-bar attachment.

4) ...and clip the attachment onto the pulley hook.

5) Place your feet about shoulder-width apart for stability, |with a slight bend at your hips.

6) Grasp each end of the attachment - using an overhand grip.

7) Your thumbs will be highest on the attachment, with other fingers beneath.

8) Straighten your back.

9) ...and bring your elbows inward, so they touch the sides of your torso.

10) Your forearms should be roughly parallel to the floor.

Main Mechanics

Once in starting position, do this...

1) This is the starting position.

2) Exhale while pushing the handle attachment down

3) ...until your arms are fully-extended and pointing toward the floor.

4) This is the ending position.

5) Hold this position for a count of one second.

6) Inhale while gradually allowing the handle attachment to retract upward to starting position.

7) Repeat reps for a full set.

Proper Form

Pay special attention to following proper form by...

Keep your elbows pinned against the sides of your body.

Be sure to move slowly and deliberately through the lift. This will ensure that your muscle receives the maximum benefit of constant cable-resistance.

Keep your upper arms stationary and focus on only moving your forearm.

Gear Advice

For your hands, we encourage you to order the Harbinger 1250 Training Grip WristWrap Glove or use weightlifting chalk instead of wearing a glove.

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