Skull crusher
A lying triceps extension that bends at the elbows to lower the weights beside your head and press them back up.
IntermediateDumbbellsLow impactSuggested: 10 reps
How to do it
- Lie on a bench holding the dumbbells with straight arms above your shoulders.
- Tilt your arms back slightly toward your head.
- Bend only your elbows to lower the weights beside your head.
- Straighten your arms to lift the weights back up.
Form tips
- Keep your upper arms still and your elbows pointing up.
- Lower slowly and keep the weights clear of your face.
Muscles worked
Triceps