Barbell decline close grip to skull press
The barbell decline close grip to skull press is a compound exercise targeting the triceps. It involves lying on a decline bench and pressing a barbell from the forehead to full arm extension using a close grip.

At a glance
- Area
- Upper arms
- Main muscle
- Triceps
- Secondary muscles
- Forearms
- Equipment
- Barbell
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your elbows tucked in to maximize triceps engagement.
- Lower the barbell slowly to control the movement.
- Avoid flaring your elbows out during the press.
What to watch out for
- shoulder injuries
- elbow injuries
- wrist pain
Also known as
Pressa con bilanciere a presa stretta su panca declinata, decline close grip skull press, triceps exercise, upper arm workout