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EZ-Bar Skullcrusher

Lying extension. Bar lowers to the forehead / behind the head.

IntermediateEZ-bar + bench3 × 10–12
EZ-Bar Skullcrusher demonstration thumbnail — Triceps Skull Crusher Form
TricepsEZ-bar + bench

EZ-Bar Skullcrusher

Demo · Doctor Muscle

Verified EZ-Bar Skullcrusher demonstration by Doctor Muscle. Click to play.

How to do the EZ-Bar Skullcrusher

  1. 1Elbows stationary
  2. 2Bar behind head
  3. 3Feel the stretch

Benefits of the EZ-Bar Skullcrusher

  • Builds strength and size in the triceps through a full, controlled range of motion
  • Loads heavy and progresses in small increments, so strength gains are measurable
  • Loads predictably week to week, which makes progressive overload simple to track

Sources

Exercise information is provided for general educational purposes. Choose movements appropriate for your ability level and stop if you experience pain, dizziness, unusual shortness of breath or other concerning symptoms. Seek appropriate medical or fitness guidance when needed.

  1. 1Behm et al. (2016) — Acute effects of stretching on range of motion and performanceApplied Physiology, Nutrition, and Metabolism
  2. 2Schoenfeld, Ogborn & Krieger (2017) — Dose-response of resistance training volume on hypertrophyJournal of Sports Sciences
  3. 3ACSM position stand (2009) — Progression models in resistance training for healthy adultsMedicine & Science in Sports & Exercise
  4. 4Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans, 2nd editionU.S. Department of Health and Human Services