Dumbbell Skull Crusher
Triceps Long Head·Dumbbells·Intermediate·Compound
EZ Bar Skull Crusher
The EZ Bar Skull Crusher isolates the triceps by bending and extending the elbows to lower and press an EZ bar over the forehead while lying on a flat bench.
Category
Strength
Difficulty
Intermediate
Movement
Isolation
Bodyweight
No
How to
How to do the EZ Bar Skull Crusher
- 01
Lie flat on a bench holding an EZ bar with a narrow, angled grip.
- 02
Extend your arms so the bar is above your chest, elbows pointing toward the ceiling.
- 03
Keeping your upper arms stationary, bend your elbows to lower the bar toward your forehead.
- 04
Pause just before the bar reaches your head without letting your elbows flare out.
- 05
Extend your elbows to press the bar back to the starting position.
- 06
Squeeze the triceps at the top and repeat under control.
Performance tips
Cues that matter
- Keep your upper arms vertical and stationary throughout
- Lower the bar slowly to protect the elbows
- Avoid flaring the elbows outward as you press
Muscles
Muscles worked
Common questions
Frequently asked
What muscles does the EZ Bar Skull Crusher work?
The EZ Bar Skull Crusher primarily targets the Triceps. Supporting muscles include Triceps Long Head, Triceps Lateral Head, Triceps Medial Head.
Is the EZ Bar Skull Crusher a compound or isolation exercise?
The EZ Bar Skull Crusher is an isolation exercise, meaning it focuses on a single muscle group through one joint movement.
What equipment do I need for the EZ Bar Skull Crusher?
You need the following equipment: E Z Curl Bar.
What difficulty level is the EZ Bar Skull Crusher?
The EZ Bar Skull Crusher is rated as intermediate difficulty. Some training experience is helpful for performing this exercise safely.
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