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How to do Ez Bar Lying Close Grip Triceps Extension Behind Head

The EZ bar lying close grip triceps extension behind head is an isolation exercise targeting the triceps, performed lying on a bench with a close grip on an EZ bar. It requires control and proper form to avoid shoulder strain and maximize triceps engagement.

Ez Bar Lying Close Grip Triceps Extension Behind Head demonstration
Primary muscle
Triceps
Also works
Shoulders
Equipment
Ez barbell
Level
Intermediate
Category
Triceps

How to do Ez Bar Lying Close Grip Triceps Extension Behind Head, step by step

  1. Lie flat on a bench with your feet flat on the ground and your head at the end of the bench.
  2. Hold the ez barbell with a close grip, palms facing up, and extend your arms straight up over your chest.
  3. Keeping your upper arms stationary, slowly lower the barbell behind your head by bending your elbows.
  4. Pause for a moment, then extend your arms back up to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Ez Bar Lying Close Grip Triceps Extension Behind Head works your triceps as the main mover, with help from your shoulders.

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