Lying Close-Grip Triceps Extension Behind the Head with Barbell

You can use a barbell or EZ (curl) bar to further concentrate the benefit to your triceps.

Steps

1. Lie flat on a bench on your back.
2. Grasp the bar with a grip approximately 8 inches apart and lower the bar behind your head.
3. Keeping the bar parallel with the floor, bend your arms down in an arc so the bar moves in a direction under your head.
4. Slowly return to starting position.

Exercise images by Everkinetic.