triceps extension

A single-joint exercise & eccentric exercise, using a barbell (EZ-bar preferred) with a pronated grip, lying on one’s back, over a flat bench.

Considered a targeted triceps exercise.

Level: intermediate.

Exercise grading: S.

Not to be confused with French press (seated)

A.k.a.: lying pronated barbell triceps extension, skull crusher


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