Dumbbell Lying Floor Skullcrusher Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Triceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Dumbbell
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Triceps Brachii
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Lying Dumbbell Triceps Extension
How to: Dumbbell Lying Floor Skullcrusher
- Lie flat on your back on a mat with your knees bent.
- Hold a dumbbell in each hand and extend your arms straight above your chest.
- Bend your elbows to lower the dumbbells towards your forehead, keeping your upper arms stationary.
- Extend your arms back to the start position, squeezing your triceps at the top.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Letting elbows flare out, which can place unnecessary stress on the shoulder joint.
- Not lowering the dumbbells completely, which reduces the exercise's effectiveness.
Modifications
- Use lighter weights if you have restricted shoulder or elbow movement.
- Perform the exercise with a resistance band for reduced strain.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your head to maximize tricep involvement.
- Avoid using momentum; control the weights throughout the movement.
Dumbbell Lying Floor Skullcrusher Alternatives
Tags
triceps
strength
dumbbell
upper arms
extension
fitness