Skull Crusher/Bridge
This exercise focuses on working your triceps — the backs of your upper arms — while also engaging your core/midsection.
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Step-by-step instructions
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Start by lying on your back with your knees bent and your feet flat on the floor.
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Slowly press your hips toward the ceiling until you form a straight line from your shoulders to your knees.
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Squeeze your booty and draw your belly button toward your spine, keeping your core engaged throughout the exercise.
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Grab a dumbbell, holding the heads of the dumbbell with your hands.
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Extend your arms above your chest. Slowly bend your elbows and bring the dumbbell toward your forehead.
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Straighten out your arms, concentrating on squeezing your triceps.
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Repeat this movement for approximately 10–20 repetitions or until your triceps feel fatigued.
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Rest.
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Repeat.
Notes
This exercise will help tighten the backs of your arms — an area a lot of people complain about.
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