Decline EZ Bar Triceps Extension

Triceps

Decline EZ Bar Triceps Extension

Decline EZ Bar Triceps Extension (Start)

LevelBeginner EquipmentBarbell MechanicIsolation ForcePush

A lying triceps extension on a decline bench with an EZ bar that hits the triceps with less wrist strain.

Strength

Primary musclesTriceps

Energy burned

≈ 17 kcalFor 3 × 8–12, rest 90s · ≈ 3.0 kcal/min

Estimate range 13–21 kcal (±25 %)

Muscle mass worked4 %

Effort during a set4.5 MET

Your lean mass53.5 kgBody fat estimated from BMI and age

Estimate ±25 %: muscles worked (from the exercise data), sets, reps, rest and your body. See the planner for whole sessions.

Setup

1Lie on a decline bench holding an EZ bar over your chest with an overhand grip.
2Hook your feet under the pads.
3Hold your upper arms vertical.

How to perform

1Bend your elbows to lower the bar toward your forehead.
2Keep your upper arms still.
3Extend your elbows to return the bar to the top.
4Squeeze your triceps at lockout.