Cable Tricep Extension with V-Bar

Cable Tricep Extension with V-Bar Basics

Primary muscles worked: Triceps

Synergist Muscles: N/a

Mechanics: Isolation

Equipment: Cable tower at high setting and a V-Bar

How To Perform The Cable Tricep Extension with V-Bar

• First, grab the v-bar attachment from a high cable tower with an overhand grip. You should be facing the cable tower, or if it has a back support, you should have your back against the support.
• Bring the weight down and keep tuck your elbows to the side of your body.
• Next, bring your arms to full extension towards the floor by straightening out your arms.
• After you have reached extension, bend again at the elbows until your forearm is parallel to the floor.
• Continue extending your arms to the floor and bringing your forearm to the parallel position for the desired number of reps.

Cable Tricep Extension with V-Bar Tips

• It is important to keep your elbows tight to the sides of your body throughout the lift to avoid injuring your elbow.

Cable Tricep Extension with V-Bar and Sports Application

The cable tricep extension with v-bar is that develops strength and power in the triceps. The exercise requires forceful extension of the arm through the elbow. This motion can be seen in various sports but most readily in basketball with shooting and volleyball with setting. This exercise can increase power for both of these athletic maneuvers.