Barbell Incline Triceps Extension Skull Crusher Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Triceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Triceps Brachii
- Secondary Muscles
- Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Deltoid Anterior
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Skull Crusher
How to: Barbell Incline Triceps Extension Skull Crusher
- Lie back on an incline bench, holding a barbell with both hands, palms facing away.
- Extend your arms directly above your head.
- Slowly lower the barbell toward your forehead by bending your elbows while keeping them stationary.
- Once the barbell is just above your forehead, press it back up to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing elbows to flare out.
- Using too much weight and compromising form.
- Not fully extending the arms at the top of the movement.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight to start and focus on form.
- Perform the exercise seated if standing is uncomfortable.
Tips
- Keep your elbows stationary during the movement.
- Lower the barbell to just above your forehead for maximum effectiveness.
- Engage your core to maintain stability throughout the exercise.
Barbell Incline Triceps Extension Skull Crusher Alternatives
Tags
triceps
strength
upper arms
skull crusher
barbell
exercise