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Dumbbell Skull Crusher

Try the Dumbbell Skull Crusher to target your triceps and improve upper body strength. The controlled lift and lowering of the weights towards your forehead gives this exercise its unique name and efficacy.
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Dumbbell Skull Crusher instructions
Step-by-step instructions
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Start by sitting on a flat bench and holding a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder width.
2
Lie down on your back and press the dumbbells over your chest.
3
Bend your elbows and lower the dumbbells towards your forehead. Keep your elbows in place without moving them side to side.
4
Push your hands back up to the starting position by straightening your elbows.
5
Remember to prevent the weights from touching each other and avoid letting your elbows flare out to the sides. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Start by sitting on a flat bench and holding a dumbbell in each hand at shoulder width.
Lie down on your back and press the dumbbells over your chest.
Bend your elbows and lower the dumbbells towards your forehead. Keep your elbows in place without moving them side to side.
Push your hands back up to the starting position by straightening your elbows.
Remember to prevent the weights from touching each other and avoid letting your elbows flare out to the sides. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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