Barbell Lying Triceps Extension

Lie on a bench and perform triceps extensions with a barbell. Lower toward the forehead and extend the elbows under control. Targets triceps with stable loading and supports arm size and pressing strength.

Barbell Lying Triceps Extension exercise image

Basic Info

Primary Muscle Group
Arms
Detailed Muscles
Biceps / Brachialis / Triceps / Forearms
Equipment
Barbell
Also Known As
スカルクラッシャー / EZトライセプス / barbell skull crusher

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How to Perform

  1. Fix your elbows and reduce shoulder shrugging.
  2. Extend with control through full range.
  3. Return slowly without losing form.

Form Tips

  • Do not flare elbows too much
  • Keep shoulders down

Pro Tips

  • Keeping elbows fixed helps target the working muscle.
  • Control the lowering phase instead of rushing reps.

Rep Guide

General guidelines. Adjust based on your goal, experience, and condition.

  • Strength: 1-5 reps
  • Hypertrophy: 6-12 reps
  • Endurance: 13-20 reps

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