Kettlebell lying triceps extension (Kettlebell skull crusher)

Muscles

• Triceps brachii (long head)
• Triceps brachii (medial head)
• Triceps brachii (lateral head)
• Pectoralis major (clavicular head)
• Pectoralis major (sternal head)
• Latissimus dorsi
• Teres major

Technique

1. Lie on a bench, holding one Kettlebell directly above your shoulders, arms fully extended.
2. Bend your elbows, lowering the weight above your head while keeping the upper arms stationary.
3. Extend your arms back to the starting position.

Form tips

1. To get more Triceps activation, angle your arms so that your upper arms are slightly pointing backward, instead of keeping them fully vertical.
2. Engage your core muscles to maintain stability and avoid arching your back.
3. Avoid flaring your elbows out during the movement.

Risks

1. Be careful not to drop the weight on your head.

Similar Exercises

• Plate overhead triceps extension
• Dumbbell overhead triceps extension
• Single dumbbell overhead triceps extension
• Dumbbell pullover
• Seated bent-over dumbbell rear delt fly

Equipment

• Bench