Skull Crushers (EZ-Bar)

Muscles Worked

Primary

Triceps

Quick Cues

1

Lower to your forehead

2

Keep elbows pointed up

3

Extend fully at the top

4

Control the descent

Equipment Needed

EZ-BarFlat Bench

Lie flat on a bench holding an EZ-bar with a narrow overhand grip, arms extended above your chest.
Keep your upper arms stationary and perpendicular to the floor.
Bend your elbows to lower the bar toward your forehead.
Extend your arms back up to the starting position.
Keep your elbows pointed toward the ceiling throughout.
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Common Mistakes

Flaring the elbows out wide

Lowering the weight too far behind the head

Using momentum to press the weight up

Pro Tips

The EZ-bar angle is easier on the wrists than a straight bar

Lower the bar to your forehead or just behind for a deeper stretch

Keep your elbows from flaring out to maintain tricep isolation

Your Progress

Variations

Dumbbell Skull Crushers

French Press

Close-Grip Bench Press