EZ Barbell Lying Triceps Extension Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Triceps Brachii
- Equipment
- EZ Barbell
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Triceps Brachii
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Lying Triceps Extensions, Skull Crushers
How to: EZ Barbell Lying Triceps Extension
- Lie on a flat bench with your back supported.
- Hold the EZ bar with an overhand grip, and extend your arms straight above your chest.
- Bend your elbows to lower the EZ bar towards your forehead, keeping your elbows stationary.
- Once your forearms are parallel to the ground, press the bar back to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Letting the elbows flare out.
- Using excessive weight, leading to poor form.
- Not fully extending the arms at the top of the movement.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise using a cable machine if there are concerns about managing the weight.
- Reduce the range of motion to accommodate limitations.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your head to avoid shoulder strain.
- Use a lighter weight to master the form before increasing the load.
- Control your movement on the way down for better muscle engagement.
EZ Barbell Lying Triceps Extension Alternatives
Tags
triceps
strength
arms
extension
barbell
muscle growth