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EZ-Bar Skullcrusher
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EZ-Bar Skullcrusher

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About This Exercise

Using a close grip, lift the EZ bar and hold it with your elbows in as you lie on the bench. Your arms should be perpendicular to the floor. This will be your starting position.

1Setup

Using a close grip, lift the EZ bar and hold it with your elbows in as you lie on the bench. Your arms should be perpendicular to the floor. This will be your starting position.

2Execution

Keeping the upper arms stationary, lower the bar by allowing the elbows to flex. Inhale as you perform this portion of the movement. Pause once the bar is directly above the forehead. Lift the bar back to the starting position by extending the elbow and exhaling. Repeat.

Pro Tips

  • Lift the bar back to the starting position by extending the elbow and exhaling.
  • Repeat.

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