Incline EZ-Bar Lying Triceps Extension
Muscle Groups: Triceps
Incline EZ-Bar Lying Triceps Extension focuses on Triceps, with Chest, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Incline EZ-Bar Lying Triceps Extension with proper form and technique.
- 1
Lie supine on an incline bench, holding an EZ bar with a neutral, shoulder-width grip. Extend your arms straight overhead, with the bar positioned above your chest.
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Keeping your upper arms stationary, slowly flex your elbows to lower the EZ bar behind your head until your forearms are close to your biceps.
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Extend your elbows to press the EZ bar back up to the starting position, fully extending your arms overhead.
Secondary Muscles
While Incline EZ-Bar Lying Triceps Extension primarily targets Triceps , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Chest, Shoulders . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Incline EZ-Bar Lying Triceps Extension, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Incline EZ-Bar Lying Triceps Extension, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
