Beginner exercise
Lying Pronated-Grip Dumbbell Triceps Extension
Also called DB Skullcrusher, Dumbbell Tricep Extension -Pronated Grip, Pronated-Grip Dumbbell Skullcrusher
Technique
How to perform Lying Pronated-Grip Dumbbell Triceps Extension
- Lie on a flat bench holding a dumbbell in each hand above your shoulders.
- Point your upper arms upward and keep a pronated grip, with your palms facing toward your feet.
- Bend your elbows to lower the dumbbells beside your head while keeping your upper arms largely still.
- Straighten your elbows to return the dumbbells above your shoulders.
- Maintain the same grip and control the lowering phase without turning the movement into a press.
Programming relevance
Muscles involved
Primary targets: Triceps Lateral Head, Triceps Long Head, Triceps Medial Head.
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