Decline Lying Tricep Extension (skullcrusher) Video Guide
Exercise Profile
- None
- Strength
- Barbell
- Isolation
- Push
- Intermediate
Exercise Instructions
- Set up for the decline skullcrusher by setting a decline bench to an angle of around 30 degrees and selecting the barbell you want to use.
- Sit on the end of the decline bench with your legs in the padding and barbell resting on your thighs.
- Grasp the barbell with an overhand grip (palms facing down) with your hands about 8-12 inches apart.
- Lie back on the bench and extend your arms straight up towards the ceiling.
- Bend at your elbows slightly to take the tension onto your triceps. This is the starting position for the exercise.
- Keeping your elbows fixed and pointing straight down your sides, slowly lower the bar until it is about an inch from your forehead.
- Pause, and then slowly raise the bar back to the starting position.
- Don't lock your elbows out, and then repeat the movement.
Skullcrusher Tips:
- Technique is really important! Don't let your elbows flare out as you move the barbell, and keep the rep timing slow and controlled.
- Don't lock your elbows out at the top of the movement.

















































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Posted Fri, 04/20/2012 - 10:24
what is the recommemnded weight to put when doing this technique
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