Want to learn how to do a Decline Tricep Extension (Skull crushers) ? Read on further for detailed workout instructions, notes, video and pro tips for learning proper form and train better for it.
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WHAT IS DECLINE TRICEP EXTENSION (SKULL CRUSHERS) ?
Decline tricep extension (skull crushers) exercise basically benefits your triceps, skull and shoulders.
WHAT MUSCLES DOES DECLINE TRICEP EXTENSION (SKULL CRUSHERS) WORKOUT ?
Primary muscle: The muscles which are primarily effected by performing Decline tricep extension (skull crushers) are your triceps.
Secondary muscle: Shoulders, chest are secondarily effected by performing this exercise.
Secondary muscle: Shoulders, chest are secondarily effected by performing this exercise.
WHAT EQUIPMENT DOES DECLINE TRICEP EXTENSION (SKULL CRUSHERS) REQUIRE?
To perform Decline Tricep Extension, you need a Barbell / EZ-Bar and Dumbbells.
HOW TO DO DECLINE TRICEP EXTENSION (SKULL CRUSHERS) ?
By performing 7 steps mentioned below, you will be able to do this exercise:
1. Lie on a decline bench with shoulders and chest up and set up your bench to between 10 and 30 degrees. (You can change it according to your comfort level).
2. Place your feet under the foot pads.
2. Place your feet under the foot pads.
3. Hold the EZ bar with an overhand grip and shoulders wide apart and lift the bar from the rack. (Make sure you are under some guidance)
4. Hold the bar above your chest with extended arms and elbows locked and then bend your arms toward you in a smooth arc and make sure your upper arms should not move.
5. Continue lowering the bar just above your forehead and feel the stretch in your triceps.
6. Hold and squeeze your triceps for a moment and then back to the starting position by extending arms with a smooth arc. (Make sure your upper arms should not be moving)
7. Do it again.
IS THERE ANY OTHER ALTERNATIVE WAY TO DO DECLINE TRICEP EXTENSION (SKULL CRUSHERS) ?
You can perform this exercise with a single dumbbell or a barrel.
WHAT IS THE DIFFICULTY LEVEL OF WORKING OUT DECLINE TRICEP EXTENSION (SKULL CRUSHERS) ?
This exercise is Moderate to Hard.
WHO ALL CAN PERFORM DECLINE TRICEP EXTENSION (SKULL CRUSHERS) ?
Both Men and Women may perform this exercise.
WHAT ARE THE OTHER RELATED EXERCISES THAT EFFECT THE SAME MUSCLE GROUP AS DECLINE TRICEP EXTENSION (SKULL CRUSHERS) DOES ?
1. Close-Grip Barbell Bench Press
2. Pushup
3. Seated Barbell Military Press
4. Weighted Bench Dip
5. Tricep Dumbbell Kickback
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