Suspension Triceps Extension
Description
The suspension triceps extension, also called the TRX skull crusher, uses suspension straps gripped overhead. From an angled body position, you bend at the elbows to lower your head toward your hands, then extend the elbows to press back up. The pattern builds tricep strength with strong stability demand.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Suspension Triceps Extension Instructions
- Anchor suspension straps overhead at a sturdy point.
- Stand facing away from the anchor and grip the handles in each hand.
- Walk your feet back and angle your body forward.
- Position the handles overhead with arms extended.
- Brace your core hard and squeeze your glutes.
- Bend at the elbows to lower your head toward your hands.
- Keep your upper arms stationary throughout.
- Press back up by extending your elbows. Squeeze the triceps at the top.
Suspension Triceps Extension Form & Visual
Suspension Triceps Extension Benefits
- Bodyweight tricep training
- Easy to scale by changing body angle
- Strong stability demand
- Builds tricep size and strength
- Excellent for home or travel training
- Develops core control
Suspension Triceps Extension Muscles Worked
- Triceps brachii
- Anconeus
- Core stabilizers
Suspension Triceps Extension Variations & Alternatives
- Skull Crusher
- TRX Skull Crusher
- Push Down
- Tricep Extension
