Barbell Incline Skull Crusher
Expert Advice
Keep your elbows pointed forward and avoid flaring them out to maintain tension on the triceps throughout the movement.
How-to-do Steps
- Lie on an incline bench with a barbell held in an overhand grip.
- Start with the barbell directly above your head, arms fully extended.
- Lower the barbell towards your forehead by bending at the elbows.
- Extend your arms to return the barbell to the starting position.
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Muscles Worked
Barbell Incline Skull Crusher primarily targets the Triceps, with Strength mechanics using Barbell. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.
Primary
Triceps100%
Equipment
Barbell
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Barbell Incline Skull Crusher work?
Barbell Incline Skull Crusher primarily targets the Triceps. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Barbell.
How many sets and reps should I do for Barbell Incline Skull Crusher?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Barbell Incline Skull Crusher suitable for beginners?
Barbell Incline Skull Crusher is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.
