Kysero
Skip to main content

Triceps · Intermediate

EZ Bar Decline Close Grip Bench Press to Skull Crusher

Decline close-grip press paired with an EZ-bar skull crusher in each repetition.

Back to all exercises
EZ Bar Decline Close Grip Bench Press to Skull Crusher demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

TricepsChestShoulders

Equipment

Ez Bar

Sets × reps

3 × 12

Rest

1 min

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Lie securely on a decline bench with your feet anchored and hold the EZ bar above the chest using a close grip.
  2. 02Lower the bar toward the lower chest with the elbows close, then press it back to straight arms.
  3. 03From the top position, keep the upper arms steady and bend the elbows to lower the bar toward the forehead or just behind it.
  4. 04Extend the elbows to complete the skull crusher and return the bar above the chest.
  5. 05Repeat the press-then-extension sequence under control, using a spotter or safeties when appropriate.

Use this exercise in a plan

Build a complete plan for your goal, schedule and equipment.

Open the Plan Builder