How many sets and reps should I do?

A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.

How do I track the skull crusher (ez bar) in SweatByte?

Add it to a routine or a workout. Log the weight and reps for each set. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.

Skull Crusher (EZ Bar): how to do it and muscles worked

The skull crusher (ez bar) mainly works your triceps. You need an EZ bar.

Muscles worked

Main

Triceps

How to do the skull crusher (ez bar)

1
Lie on a flat bench holding an EZ bar with an overhand grip on the angled inner bends. Press it over your chest with arms straight and elbows pointing at the ceiling.
2
Bend only at the elbows to lower the bar toward your forehead or just behind your head. Extend your arms back up until they are straight, squeezing your triceps.
3
Lower slowly over 3 seconds and breathe in on the way down, out on the way up.

Form tip: Do not let your elbows drift out or your upper arms move; use a weight you can control, because the bar travels close to your head.

Common questions

Which muscles does the skull crusher (ez bar) work?: The skull crusher (ez bar) mainly works your triceps.
What equipment do I need for the skull crusher (ez bar)?: You need an EZ bar.
How many sets and reps should I do?: A common starting point is 2 to 4 sets of 8 to 12 controlled reps, with a weight that leaves a couple of reps in reserve. Adjust it to your goal and experience, and stop if something hurts.
How do I track the skull crusher (ez bar) in SweatByte?: Add it to a routine or a workout. Log the weight and reps for each set. SweatByte shows your last session's numbers on every set, so you know what to beat.

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General information, not medical advice. Learn the movement with light weight first, and see a doctor or physiotherapist if you have an injury or pain. More guides in Learn.