barbell decline close grip to skull press
barbell decline close grip to skull press is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Lie on a decline bench with your head lower than your feet and hold a barbell with a close grip.
Step 2
Lower the barbell towards your forehead by bending your elbows, keeping your upper arms stationary.
Step 3
Pause for a moment, then extend your arms to press the barbell back up to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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