Two dumbbells

Skull crusher

Lying on the floor, bend and extend the elbows to lower and raise the dumbbells near the head.

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What equipment is used in this demonstration?

Two dumbbells are used in this skull crusher demonstration.

What should I look for in the skull crusher?

Watch the elbows bend while the upper arms remain comparatively steady.

Can I follow this exercise in a full workout?

Yes. The workout links below take you to the full sessions containing this demonstrated variation. Open one to follow the complete routine.

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