Barbell Lying Triceps Extension Skull Crusher

Barbell Lying Triceps Extension Skull Crusher demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Lie back on a flat bench, holding a barbell at arm's length above your chest
  • 2Bend your elbows to slowly lower the weight towards your forehead
  • 3Stop just before the bar touches your forehead, then press back up to the start
  • 4Keep your upper arms stationary throughout
  • 5Repeat for the desired number of reps

Tips:

  • Keep the elbows close together to maximize triceps activation
  • Don't use too heavy of a weight; the focus should be on form and muscle engagement rather than lifting heavy
  • Avoid using momentum to lift the weight back up
  • Ensure a proper warm up to avoid elbow strain

Barbell Lying Triceps Extension Skull Crusher Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs