Triceps Press (Head Below Bench) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Triceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Body weight
- 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
- 5.5
- Alternate Names
- Skull Crusher, Lying Tricep Extension
How to: Triceps Press (Head Below Bench)
- Lie flat on a bench with your head at the bottom edge.
- Hold a dumbbell or weight in both hands, arms extended above your chest.
- Bend your elbows to lower the weight behind your head, keeping your elbows tight.
- Extend your arms back to the starting position, focusing on using your triceps.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing the elbows to flare out.
- Using too much weight which compromises form.
- Lifting the head off the bench while performing the exercise.
Modifications
- Use a lighter weight if experiencing strain.
- Perform the exercise with legs raised for added stability.
Tips
- Keep your back flat against the bench.
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Lower the weight slowly to maximize muscle engagement.
Triceps Press (Head Below Bench) Alternatives
Tags
triceps
strength
upper arms
bench press
bodyweight
resistance training