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Upper Arms · Barbell
Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crushers
Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crushers is a beginner isolation strength exercise that works the triceps (upper arms), with the forearms assisting. It needs a barbell. A typical prescription is 3 sets of 10-15 reps, and it burns about 4.3 calories per minute.
- Target
- Triceps
- Body part
- Upper Arms
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Category
- Strength
- Mechanic
- Isolation
- Force
- Push
- Sets × reps
- 3 × 10-15
- Calories / min
- ≈ 4.3 kcal
Primary muscles
- Triceps · Triceps Brachii
Secondary muscles
- Forearms · Brachioradialis, Brachialis
How to do Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crushers
- Lie on a flat bench with your feet flat on the floor, holding a barbell with an overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart. Your arms should be fully extended above your chest.
- Slowly lower the barbell by bending your elbows, bringing the barbell towards your forehead.
- When the barbell is just above your forehead, reverse the movement by extending your elbows to return the barbell to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then carefully rack the barbell back onto the bench press rack.
Form tips
- Keep your upper arms stationary and only move your forearms to isolate the triceps.
- Lower the barbell slowly and with control to maximize muscle engagement and prevent injury.
- Ensure a firm grip on the barbell to maintain control and proper alignment throughout the movement.
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Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crushers FAQ
What muscles does Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crushers work?
Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crushers mainly works the triceps in the upper arms (Triceps Brachii). The forearms work as secondary muscles.
What equipment do you need for Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crushers?
You need a barbell.
How many sets and reps of Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crushers should I do?
Start with 3 sets of 10-15 reps. Pick a load or variation where the last one or two reps are hard but your form stays clean.
Is Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crushers good for beginners?
Yes. Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crushers is rated beginner, so it's a sound choice while you learn to train the triceps.
How many calories does Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crushers burn?
About 4.3 calories per minute for a person of around 70 kg, based on a MET value of 3.5. Ten minutes of work is roughly 43 calories; heavier people burn more.
What is a good alternative to Barbell Lying Triceps Skull Crushers?
Other exercises for the triceps include Dumbbell Lying Triceps Extension, Cable Lying Triceps Extension, Dumbbell Lying Triceps Extension on Floor and Cable Lying Triceps Extension (Low).
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