Barbell Tricep Extension vs Lying Barbell Tricep Extension
Which one fits your Triceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log Lying Barbell Tricep Extension more often — 11,499 sessions vs 765. Compare Triceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of Barbell Tricep Extension and Lying Barbell Tricep Extension and pick the one that fits your Triceps workout.
Barbell Tricep Extension vs Lying Barbell Tricep Extension: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Lying Barbell Tricep Extension more often — 11,499 sessions compared to 765 for Barbell Tricep Extension.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. Barbell Tricep Extension and Lying Barbell Tricep Extension differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How Barbell Tricep Extension and Lying Barbell Tricep Extension Differ
| What differs | Barbell Tricep Extension | Lying Barbell Tricep Extension |
|---|---|---|
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 4 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 765 sessions | 11,499 sessions |
How to Do Barbell Tricep Extension
Barbell Tricep Extension Muscles Worked: Triceps
Form
- 1. Keep your elbows fixed and lower your arms behind your head.
- 2. After lowering them behind your head, slowly return to the starting position.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your elbows flare out.
- 2. Please be careful not to overextend your arms.
For a full Barbell Tricep Extension guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Barbell Tricep Extension exercise guide.
How to Do Lying Barbell Tricep Extension
Lying Barbell Tricep Extension Muscles Worked: Triceps
Form
- 1. Keep your elbows fixed and push your arms up to straighten them.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position while bearing the weight.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your elbows flare out.
- 2. Please be careful not to overextend your arms.
- 3. Please be careful not to bend your wrists.
For a full Lying Barbell Tricep Extension guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Lying Barbell Tricep Extension exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Triceps, Barbell Tricep Extension or Lying Barbell Tricep Extension?
Planfit users log Lying Barbell Tricep Extension more often — 11,499 sessions against 765 for Barbell Tricep Extension. Both train Triceps, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
What equipment do Barbell Tricep Extension and Lying Barbell Tricep Extension need?
Barbell Tricep Extension needs a barbell, and Lying Barbell Tricep Extension needs a barbell.
Which is easier to start with?
Lying Barbell Tricep Extension is the easier place to start. Move to Barbell Tricep Extension once your form holds up.
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