Beginner exercise
Lying Dumbbell Triceps Extension
Also called DB Skullcrusher, Lying Neutral-Grip Dumbbell Triceps Extension
Technique
How to perform Lying Dumbbell Triceps Extension
- Lie on a flat bench holding a dumbbell in each hand above your shoulders.
- Keep your palms facing each other and your upper arms pointing upward.
- Bend your elbows to lower the dumbbells beside your ears while keeping your upper arms largely still.
- Straighten your elbows to bring the dumbbells back above your shoulders.
- Maintain the neutral grip and control the return on each repetition.
Programming relevance
Muscles involved
Primary targets: Triceps Lateral Head, Triceps Long Head, Triceps Medial Head.
MuscleScoreRole