Description of EZ Bar Skullcrusher
A form of the skullcrusher that works to improve the triceps muscles is the EZ bar skullcrusher.
There are numerous methods to train the triceps to increase in size and exercises like the EZ bar skullcrusher that target the triceps long head are good examples of overhead extensions.
Not only are larger and more powerful triceps visually appealing but they can also improve performance on pushing exercises like the bench press.
EZ Bar Skullcrusher Operating Manual
Lay back and hold the bar near to your chest to get into position. Once in a supine position, lockout by pressing the weight.
Unlock your elbows and let the ez bar fall to your forehead or just above it to lower the weights towards your head.
When your forearms are parallel or slightly below switch up the motion by locking out the weight with an extended elbow and flexed triceps.
Continue till the desired number of times.
Tips for EZ Bar Skullcrusher
As you lock out the weight above and extend your elbows release the breath.
Consider applying a slight angle (incline or decline) or adjusting the elbow position (in versus out) if you have elbow pain during the exercise.
If you maintain the bar just above your head and avoid locking out over your line of sight you may be able to somewhat lessen stress across the ligamentous regions of your triceps during the exercise.
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