Muscles worked
triceps, forearms
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barbell reverse grip skullcrusher
- Body part
- upper arms
- Equipment
- barbell
- Target muscle
- triceps
- Muscle group
- forearms
Secondary muscles
How to perform it
- 1
Lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your head at the end of the bench.
- 2
Hold the barbell with a reverse grip, palms facing towards your face, and your hands shoulder-width apart.
- 3
Extend your arms straight up over your chest, keeping your elbows in and your wrists straight.
- 4
Slowly lower the barbell towards your forehead by bending your elbows, keeping your upper arms stationary.
- 5
Pause for a moment at the bottom, then extend your arms back up to the starting position.
- 6
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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