EZ-Bar Skullcrusher

EZ-Bar Skullcrusher — Start position
Start position
EZ-Bar Skullcrusher — End position
End position
Region
Elbow & Arm
Equipment
E-Z Curl Bar
Category
Strength
Level
Beginner
Mechanic
isolation
Force
push

Muscles worked

  • triceps
  • forearms

Filled = primary · Outlined = secondary

Source: Free Exercise DB (public domain)

How to perform

  1. Using a close grip, lift the EZ bar and hold it with your elbows in as you lie on the bench. Your arms should be perpendicular to the floor. This will be your starting position.

  2. Keeping the upper arms stationary, lower the bar by allowing the elbows to flex. Inhale as you perform this portion of the movement. Pause once the bar is directly above the forehead.

  3. Lift the bar back to the starting position by extending the elbow and exhaling.

  4. Repeat.

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