Barbell Lying Triceps Extension "Skull Crusher"

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Instructions Preparation Lie on bench with narrow overhand grip on barbell. Position barbell over shoulders with arms extended. Execution Lower bar to forehead by bending elbows. Extend arms and repeat. Comments Slow barbell's descent as it approaches forehead. Exercise can also be performed with elbow traveling slightly back during extension. With this altered form, barbell essentially moves in straight line, up and down, over forehead. Either straight barbell or EZ barbell can be used. See Lying Triceps Extension Bench with rack.

Classification  Utility: Basic  Mechanics: Isolated  Force: Push Muscles Target Triceps Brachii Synergists None Stabilizers Deltoid, Anterior Pectoralis Major, Clavicular Pectoralis Major, Sternal Latissimus Dorsi Teres Major Deltoid, Posterior Wrist Flexors