Barbell Skull Crusher

Equipment: Barbell

Barbell Skull Crusher

Description

Skull Crushers are an isolation exercise that targets the triceps muscles. Here are the steps to perform them using a barbell:

  1. Lie down on a flat bench and hold the barbell with a narrow, overhand grip.
  2. Extend your arms fully and position the barbell over your forehead.
  3. Slowly lower the barbell towards your forehead by bending your elbows.
  4. Pause briefly at the bottom of the movement and then press the barbell back to the starting position by extending your elbows.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Primary Muscles

  • Triceps Brachii

Synergistic Muscles

  • Deltoid Anterior
  • Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head
  • Pectoralis Major Sternal Head