Triceps Pushdown V Bar Attachment

Perform a triceps pushdown using a V-bar attachment to isolate and strengthen the triceps muscles.

Instructions

• Attach a V-bar to the high pulley of a cable station.
• Stand facing the machine and grasp the V-bar with an overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart.
• Keep your elbows close to your torso and your upper arms stationary as you inhale.
• Using your triceps, press the bar down until your arms are fully extended and perpendicular to the floor. Exhale as you perform this movement.
• After a brief pause at the contracted position, slowly raise the bar back to the starting position as you inhale.
• Repeat for the recommended number of repetitions.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Using momentum to push down instead of isolating the triceps.
• Letting the elbows flare out, reducing the effectiveness of the exercise.
• Leaning too far forward, putting strain on the back instead of working the triceps.

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