How to Do SKULLCRUSHERS with Dumbbells for BIG Triceps (ADVANCED)

The skull crusher is a great movement for isolating the tricep. They can prove to be challenging though. In this video, we go over how to correctly perform skull crushers to target your triceps. Add these to your training and workout routines and let us know how it goes!

(0:15) Dumbbell vs Everything Else
(0:30) Neutral Grip
(1:08) Posture and Elbow movement
(2:15) Single vs Two Arms
(3:00) Grip
(4:00) Range of Motion

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[taxin]

I like the way he teaches, I don’t zone out or get distracted. He covers every detail without going down rabbit holes .
Thank you for sharing

[jbc]

better than the average training video❗️ clear, well explained and no annoying music

[SimplyJoeYT]

I've always avoided skullcrushers as I've never been able to feel the muscles being worked (poor mind muscle connection) but after learning these cues, it is time to build the connection and incorporate these back into my routine. Thanks for the cues Adam!

[mikedickson]

Best demonstration of this exercise I’ve seen. Thank you.

[Biz]

Great movement. Even more effective if you can perform this exercise on a decline bench. Less shoulder flexion involved.

[Caroline_]

I was swinging my elbows! (But it felt good) Just saw and tried this... Holding my arm and the weight like you instructed was a game changer! I could really feel a controlled movement right to my triceps. I think I’m going to look into your maps program for full body workouts. I like your instructional videos and your podcast! I’m focusing hard on artistic learning and want auto pilot workouts for a bit. You guys are pros and I can trust your info 👍

[HarukiToHaruka]

Love all Adam’s videos. Great details. Learn a lot!!!!

[deeunique]

I’m today years old learning about Skull Crushers and I tried them today and I luv’em already.. Thanks!💯💯

[rockbodz]

Great advice and tips. Totally agree with the DB technique first.

[joemacch]

Excellent. Form technique and planned progress resistance is the basic key

[rehpic]

Perfectly explained without dragging on, This is what we need!

[BelegaerTheGreat]

*My elbows hurt when I have my arms perpendicular.*
Jeff Cavaliere advised to put them back, at a 45° angle, so the dumbbell will move from -45° to 45°. Is that correct?

[cynthiaallen]

Loving these videos. They have all definitely helped with my form as well as make my workouts better.

[jonadams]

I did this exercise along with just a few more tricep exercises while taking creatine and my triceps grew SIGNIFICANTLY!

[lastone]

💰 like all the other videos. I prefer to do skull crushers with an EZ bar, but I think I’ll take it back to basics and do single arm with a dumbbell to make sure my mechanics are on point. Thanks again!

[sillwuka]

I'm definitely trying the single arm tonight at the gym so I can focus on form.

[jamestonbellajo]

I’ve done this way for years and it’s been great. I recently started doing it at a decline and the stimulus and tension are even better.

[icejumperke]

If your elbow is 90°, the weight will be perpendicular to the ground at the top of the movement, removing all tension on the triceps.. Don’t you think it’s better to move the upperarm a lil more up? That way the tension on the triceps stays the same during the whole exercise.

[vancecarlson]

This is nice. I must keep my elbows in a fixed position when doin any arm exercise.

[lots]

Great video! Because I broke my left arm several years ago in a motorcycle accident, starting out with the one dumbell is a great idea, using other hand for assistance. But I found after awhile instead of using 2 dumbells, the 34 inch hammer curl bar worked better for me, to maintain strict form... 🤔