barbell lying back of the head tricep extension

Equipment

barbell

Target muscle

triceps

How to perform

1. 1

   Lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your head at the end of the bench.

2. 2

   Hold a barbell with an overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart, and extend your arms straight up over your chest.

3. 3

   Keeping your upper arms stationary, slowly lower the barbell behind your head by bending your elbows.

4. 4

   Pause for a moment, then extend your arms back up to the starting position.

5. 5

   Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.