Skull Crushers with EZ Barbell

• Select an EZ barbell that allows you to grip the inner handles comfortably when lying down. The EZ curve should fit your hands well.

• Lie back on a flat bench while holding the EZ barbell above your chest with arms extended. Hands should be shoulder-width apart using an underhand grip.

• Keeping elbows tucked in, slowly lower the barbell back behind your head until your forearms are parallel to the floor. This is the starting position.

• Press the barbell back up in a controlled motion until your arms are fully extended above the chest. Focus on using your triceps to lift the weight.

• Avoid flaring elbows out to the sides - keep them tucked close to your head throughout the movement.

• Breathe out as you lift the bar, breathe in as you lower it.

• Keep your upper arms stationary and don't allow them to move during the exercise.

• Use a weight you can lift for the amount of repetitions per set.

• Keep your shoulders pressed into the bench at all times. Do not arch your back.

• Start light until you get used to the movement pattern and find a challenging weight.