Barbell Skull Crusher
Expert Advice
Keep your upper arms perpendicular to the floor throughout the exercise to isolate the triceps effectively.
How-to-do Steps
- Lie on a flat bench with a barbell, and extend your arms straight above your chest.
- Slowly lower the barbell towards your forehead by bending your elbows.
- Extend your elbows to raise the barbell back to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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Muscles Worked
Barbell 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
Triceps80%
Secondary
Shoulders15%
Chest5%
Equipment
Barbell
Exercise Type
Strength
Sets & Reps Guidance
Beginner2 x 10-12
Intermediate3 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does Barbell Skull Crusher work?
Barbell Skull Crusher primarily targets the Triceps. Secondary muscles involved include Shoulders, Chest. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Barbell.
How many sets and reps should I do for Barbell Skull Crusher?
For beginners, start with 2 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 3 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Barbell Skull Crusher suitable for beginners?
Barbell Skull Crusher is rated as an advanced exercise and is best suited for experienced lifters. Beginners should build foundational strength with simpler movements first before attempting this exercise.
