How to do it
Grip the bar shoulder-width apart with thumbs wrapped securely around it.
- 1
Lie on an incline bench with a barbell held in an overhand grip.
- 2
Start with the barbell directly above your head, arms fully extended.
- 3
Lower the barbell towards your forehead by bending at the elbows.
- 4
Extend your arms to return the barbell to the starting position.
Expert tip
Keep your elbows pointed forward and avoid flaring them out to maintain tension on the triceps throughout the movement.
Common mistakes
- ✕Letting the upper arms drift backward
- ✕Dropping the bar toward the forehead
- ✕Stopping short of full elbow extension