Barbell Lying Triceps Extension Skull Crusher
Description
The barbell lying triceps extension skull crusher is the classic skull crusher exercise. Lying on a flat bench, the barbell is lowered to the forehead and extended back to lockout with strict elbow positioning. It is one of the most effective triceps builders ever invented and a staple of arm training.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Barbell Lying Triceps Extension Skull Crusher Instructions
- Lie on a flat bench with feet flat on the floor.
- Hold a barbell or EZ bar with a shoulder-width grip.
- Position the bar over your chest with arms extended.
- Brace your core and keep your back flat against the bench.
- Bend at the elbows to lower the bar toward your forehead.
- Keep your upper arms vertical and only the elbows moving.
- Stop just before the bar reaches your forehead.
- Extend the elbows to return to the start position.
Barbell Lying Triceps Extension Skull Crusher Form & Visual
Barbell Lying Triceps Extension Skull Crusher Benefits
- Classic triceps mass builder
- Strong elbow extension training
- Targets all three triceps heads
- Allows heavy loading
- Useful for arm size
- Effective hypertrophy move
Barbell Lying Triceps Extension Skull Crusher Muscles Worked
- Triceps brachii (long head)
- Triceps brachii (lateral head)
- Triceps brachii (medial head)
Barbell Lying Triceps Extension Skull Crusher Variations & Alternatives
- Skull Crusher
- EZ Bar Skull Crusher
- Cable Pressdown
- Close Grip Bench Press
