Exercise Comparison
Band Skull Crusher vs One Arm Supinated Dumbbell Triceps Extension
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Instructions
Band Skull Crusher
Secure a band to the base of a rack or the bench. Lay on the bench so that the band is lined up with your head.
Take hold of the band, raising your elbows so that the upper arm is perpendicular to the floor. With the elbow flexed, the band should be above your head. This will be your starting position.
Extend through the elbow to straighten your arm, keeping your upper arm in place. Pause at the top of the motion, and return to the starting position.
One Arm Supinated Dumbbell Triceps Extension
Lie flat on a bench while holding a dumbbell at arms length. Your arm should be perpendicular to your body. The palm of your hand should be facing towards your face as a supinated grip is required to perform this exercise.
Place your non lifting hand on your bicep for support.
Slowly begin to lower the dumbbell down as you breathe in.
Then, begin lifting the dumbbell upward as you contract the triceps. Remember to breathe out during the concentric (lifting part of the exercise).
Repeat until you have performed your set repetitions.
Switch arms and repeat the movement.
Switch arms again and repeat the movement.
Verdict
Both exercises target the triceps. Band Skull Crusher is a beginner exercise using bands, while One Arm Supinated Dumbbell Triceps Extension is beginner and uses dumbbell. Choose Band Skull Crusher if you have access to bands, or One Arm Supinated Dumbbell Triceps Extension if you prefer dumbbell.