How to Do Band Skullcrusher

Band Skullcrusher is a triceps exercise using resistance band, listed as intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Triceps

Equipment

Resistance band

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Band Skullcrusher

  1. 01Anchor the resistance band to a low point and lie on your back with your head toward the anchor.
  2. 02Grip the band ends with palms facing each other and arms extended straight over the shoulders.
  3. 03Flex the elbows to lower the hands toward your forehead, keeping the upper arms vertical.
  4. 04Stop when the elbows reach full flexion and the band is under maximum stretch.
  5. 05Drive the hands back up to the ceiling by contracting the triceps.

Same guidance shown inside the A90 app

02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Band Skullcrusher

Primary Stabiliser Inactive

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Primary movers

  • Triceps Straightens the elbow to push weight away.

Stabilisers

  • Core Stabilises the spine and transfers force.
  • Lower back Stabilises the spine during lifts and bends.
  • Forearms Grips and stabilises the wrist under load.

03 / A90 Coach

A90 Coach tip

Keep the elbows pointed toward the ceiling to ensure the resistance band tension is focused on the triceps.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Band Skullcrusher questions

What muscles does Band Skullcrusher work?

Band Skullcrusher is catalogued as a triceps exercise in A90 Training Club, with the triceps as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Band Skullcrusher correctly?

Anchor the resistance band to a low point and lie on your back with your head toward the anchor. Grip the band ends with palms facing each other and arms extended straight over the shoulders. Flex the elbows to lower the hands toward your forehead, keeping the upper arms vertical. Stop when the elbows reach full flexion and the band is under maximum stretch. Drive the hands back up to the ceiling by contracting the triceps.

What is the A90 coach tip for Band Skullcrusher?

Keep the elbows pointed toward the ceiling to ensure the resistance band tension is focused on the triceps.

Is Band Skullcrusher suitable for beginners?

Band Skullcrusher is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Band Skullcrusher?

Band Skullcrusher uses resistance band.

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