Lying triceps extension
Also called skull crusher, dumbbell skull crusher
- Works
- Back of the upper arm · triceps brachii
- Needs
- Dumbbells
Setup
Lie on a bench or the floor. Hold a dumbbell in each hand above your chest, palms facing each other.
Steps
- Keep your upper arms still.
- Bend your elbows and lower the dumbbells beside your head.
- Straighten your arms to lift them back up.
Breathing
Breathe in as you lower. Breathe out as you lift.
Where you feel it
In the back of your upper arms.
Common mistakes
- Moving the upper arms, which turns it into a pullover.
- Using a weight you cannot control near the head.
When to stop
Stop if you feel sharp pain, pain in a joint, dizziness or numbness.
Stop if your elbows ache.