EZ Barbell Incline Triceps Extension Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Triceps Brachii
- Equipment
- EZ Barbell
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Triceps Brachii
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Brachioradialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- EZ Bar Triceps Extension, Incline Tricep Extension
How to: EZ Barbell Incline Triceps Extension
- Lie back on an incline bench with the EZ bar held above your head.
- Lower the barbell towards your forehead by bending your elbows.
- Pause briefly at the bottom, then extend your arms back to the start position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the elbows flare out too much.
- Using excessive momentum to lift the weight.
- Not fully extending the arms at the top of the movement.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with lighter weights to focus on form.
- Use a stability ball for support if needed.
Tips
- Keep your elbows stable and close to your head throughout the movement.
- Lower the barbell slowly to prevent injury to your elbows.
- Avoid arching your back; keep your core engaged.
EZ Barbell Incline Triceps Extension Alternatives
Tags
triceps
strength
upper arms
weight lifting
fitness
exercise