barbell reverse grip skullcrusher
barbell reverse grip skullcrusher exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: triceps. Equipment: barbell.
- Target muscle
- triceps
- Muscle group
- forearms
- Body part
- upper arms
- Equipment
- barbell
Secondary muscles
forearms
How to perform
- Lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your head at the end of the bench.
- Hold the barbell with a reverse grip, palms facing towards your face, and your hands shoulder-width apart.
- Extend your arms straight up over your chest, keeping your elbows in and your wrists straight.
- Slowly lower the barbell towards your forehead by bending your elbows, keeping your upper arms stationary.
- Pause for a moment at the bottom, then extend your arms back up to the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.