Exercisesstrength
Barbell Skullcrusher
Take a shoulder width grip. Break at the elbows. Try to keep your elbows tucked in. Don't let them flare out. Stop the bar a few inches from your forehead and extend your elbows back up.
Category
strength
Difficulty
intermediate
Equipment
barbell
Primary muscle
triceps
Muscles
Muscles worked
triceps
Equipment
Setup
barbell
Common questions
Good to know.
What muscles does the Barbell Skullcrusher work?
The Barbell Skullcrusher works triceps.
What equipment do you need for the Barbell Skullcrusher?
You need barbell.
Is the Barbell Skullcrusher good for beginners?
It sits at intermediate. Get comfortable with the basics first.
How do I add the Barbell Skullcrusher to a workout?
Ask your coach in the Phorme app. It builds the sets, the reps, and the weight around what you have been lifting.
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