Skull Crushers (Dumbbell)

Muscles Worked

Primary

Triceps

Quick Cues

1

Lower beside your temples

2

Keep elbows pointed up

3

Neutral grip throughout

4

Full lockout at the top

Equipment Needed

DumbbellsFlat Bench

Lie flat on a bench holding a dumbbell in each hand, arms extended above your chest, palms facing each other.
Keep your upper arms stationary.
Bend your elbows to lower the dumbbells toward the sides of your forehead.
Extend your arms back to the starting position.
Keep your elbows pointed toward the ceiling.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Common Mistakes

Flaring the elbows outward

Lowering the dumbbells too far behind the head

Not keeping the upper arms stationary

Pro Tips

Lower the dumbbells to the sides of your head with elbows pointing up

Keep your upper arms stationary and extend only at the elbow joint

Use a neutral grip to reduce elbow stress

Your Progress

Variations

EZ-Bar Skull Crushers

French Press

Overhead Tricep Extension