Dumbbell Skull Crusher
Equipment: Dumbbell
Primary muscle: Triceps Brachii
Category: isolation
Movement: push
Upper
Front
How to Perform Dumbbell Skull Crusher
The dumbbell skull crusher is an isolation exercise that targets the triceps while allowing each arm to move independently for improved balance and control. Performed lying on a bench with a dumbbell in each hand, the movement involves lowering the weights toward the sides of the head while keeping the upper arms stationary, then extending the elbows to return to the starting position. Using dumbbells increases range of motion and reduces joint stress, making this variation effective for building triceps strength with controlled form.