Barbell Behind Head Skull Crusher

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

1. 01Lie face up on a bench and hold a barbell above your shoulders with a close, comfortable overhand grip.
2. 02Angle your upper arms slightly toward your head while keeping your shoulder blades stable.
3. 03Bend only your elbows and lower the bar behind your head under control.
4. 04Extend your elbows while keeping the upper arms nearly fixed.
5. 05Stop short of a forceful lockout and rerack with a spotter.