How to Do Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crusher

Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crusher is a triceps exercise using barbell, listed as intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

Primary muscle

Triceps

Equipment

Barbell

Difficulty

Intermediate

01 / Move with control

How to perform

How to do Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crusher

  1. 01Lie on a flat bench and hold a barbell with a narrow overhand grip directly above the chest.
  2. 02Lower the barbell toward the forehead by bending only at the elbows.
  3. 03Keep the elbows tucked in and pointing toward the knees to engage the triceps.
  4. 04Press the barbell back up to the starting position without moving the shoulders.
  5. 05Inhale during the descent and exhale as the arms straighten.

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02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crusher

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

Angle the descent of the barbell toward the forehead rather than the chin to maximize the stretch on the triceps.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crusher questions

What muscles does Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crusher work?

Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crusher is catalogued as a triceps exercise in A90 Training Club, with the triceps as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crusher correctly?

Lie on a flat bench and hold a barbell with a narrow overhand grip directly above the chest. Lower the barbell toward the forehead by bending only at the elbows. Keep the elbows tucked in and pointing toward the knees to engage the triceps. Press the barbell back up to the starting position without moving the shoulders. Inhale during the descent and exhale as the arms straighten.

What is the A90 coach tip for Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crusher?

Angle the descent of the barbell toward the forehead rather than the chin to maximize the stretch on the triceps.

Is Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crusher suitable for beginners?

Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crusher is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crusher?

Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crusher uses barbell.

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