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Barbell Lying Triceps Extension
Muscles involved
The barbell lying triceps extension (skull crusher) builds the triceps. It adds size to the back of your arms.
How to do it
- Lie on your back on a flat bench, holding a bar with palms facing forward.
- Lower the bar by bending your elbows until your forearms are perpendicular to the floor.
- Push the bar upward by extending your lower arms.
- Contract your triceps forcefully in the top position.
Equipment required
Muscles worked
Tips
- Keep your upper arms perpendicular to the floor throughout the movement. - Lower the bar controllably towards your forehead, not your chest. - Extend your arms using triceps strength, not chest strength.
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IntermedioFrequently asked questions
Barbell Lying Triceps Extension: which muscles does it work?
Barbell Lying Triceps Extension mainly works: Triceps. It also involves: Triceps brachii.
What is Barbell Lying Triceps Extension good for?
The barbell lying triceps extension (skull crusher) builds the triceps. It adds size to the back of your arms.
How do you do Barbell Lying Triceps Extension with proper form?
- Keep your upper arms perpendicular to the floor throughout the movement. - Lower the bar controllably towards your forehead, not your chest. - Extend your arms using triceps strength, not chest strength.
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