Triceps · Ez barbell · Intermediate

How to do Ez Barbell Incline Triceps Extension

The EZ barbell incline triceps extension is an isolation exercise targeting the triceps, performed on an incline bench using an EZ bar. It requires good form to avoid shoulder strain and to effectively work the triceps.

Ez Barbell Incline Triceps Extension demonstration
Primary muscle
Triceps
Also works
Shoulders
Equipment
Ez barbell
Level
Intermediate
Category
Triceps

How to do Ez Barbell Incline Triceps Extension, step by step

  1. Set up an incline bench at a 45-degree angle.
  2. Sit on the bench with your back against the pad and hold the ez barbell with an overhand grip.
  3. Extend your arms fully overhead, keeping your elbows close to your head.
  4. Lower the barbell behind your head by bending your elbows, keeping your upper arms stationary.
  5. Pause for a moment, then extend your arms back to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Muscles worked

Ez Barbell Incline Triceps Extension works your triceps as the main mover, with help from your shoulders.

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Ez Barbell Incline Triceps Extension is already in SPLYT’s exercise library. Log your sets, reps and weight on iPhone or Apple Watch, with last time’s weights already filled in.

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