How to Do Barbell Pullover To Triceps Extension

Barbell Pullover To Triceps Extension 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 Pullover To Triceps Extension

  1. 01Lie on a bench holding a barbell with a shoulder-width grip directly over the chest.
  2. 02Lower the bar behind the head with slightly bent arms until the lats are fully stretched.
  3. 03Pull the bar back over the face, then immediately bend the elbows to lower the bar toward the forehead.
  4. 04Extend the elbows to drive the bar back to the starting position over the chest.

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02 / Anatomy

Muscles worked by Barbell Pullover To Triceps Extension

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

If the elbows flare out to the sides, point them toward the knees during the extension to keep the focus on the long head of the triceps.

Same coaching engine used inside the A90 app

05 / FAQ

Barbell Pullover To Triceps Extension questions

What muscles does Barbell Pullover To Triceps Extension work?

Barbell Pullover To Triceps Extension is catalogued as a triceps exercise in A90 Training Club, with the triceps as its primary muscle group.

How do you do Barbell Pullover To Triceps Extension correctly?

Lie on a bench holding a barbell with a shoulder-width grip directly over the chest. Lower the bar behind the head with slightly bent arms until the lats are fully stretched. Pull the bar back over the face, then immediately bend the elbows to lower the bar toward the forehead. Extend the elbows to drive the bar back to the starting position over the chest.

What is the A90 coach tip for Barbell Pullover To Triceps Extension?

If the elbows flare out to the sides, point them toward the knees during the extension to keep the focus on the long head of the triceps.

Is Barbell Pullover To Triceps Extension suitable for beginners?

Barbell Pullover To Triceps Extension is rated intermediate in the A90 Training Club catalogue.

What equipment do you need for Barbell Pullover To Triceps Extension?

Barbell Pullover To Triceps Extension uses barbell.

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