Exercise guide

Lying Barbell Tricep Extensions

The Lying Barbell Triceps Extension targets the triceps by bending and extending the elbows while lying on a bench.

Category
Strength
Difficulty
Advanced
Movement
Isolation
Bodyweight
No
How to

How to do the Lying Barbell Tricep Extensions

  1. 01

    Lie flat on a bench holding a barbell with an overhand grip.

  2. 02

    Extend your arms straight above your chest.

  3. 03

    Keep your upper arms stationary.

  4. 04

    Bend your elbows to lower the bar toward your forehead.

  5. 05

    Pause briefly near the bottom.

  6. 06

    Extend your elbows to return the bar to the starting position.

Performance tips

Cues that matter

  • Keep your upper arms stable throughout
  • Avoid flaring your elbows excessively
  • Lower the bar slowly to maintain tension
Muscles

Muscles worked

Common questions

Frequently asked

What muscles does the Lying Barbell Tricep Extensions work?

The Lying Barbell Tricep Extensions primarily targets the Triceps.

Is the Lying Barbell Tricep Extensions a compound or isolation exercise?

The Lying Barbell Tricep Extensions is an isolation exercise, meaning it focuses on a single muscle group through one joint movement.

What equipment do I need for the Lying Barbell Tricep Extensions?

You need the following equipment: Flat Bench, Barbell, Weight Plates.

What difficulty level is the Lying Barbell Tricep Extensions?

The Lying Barbell Tricep Extensions is rated as advanced difficulty. Prior training experience and proper form fundamentals are recommended.

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