The bodybuilder, endurance athlete and coach opted for Cable Skull Crushers instead and shared a valuable Instagram post explaining the benefits and how to set up the move. First and foremost, the Croatian explains that both types of skull crushers build bigger triceps by targeting the long head, which is the largest on your upper arm. As with all muscle-building protocols, progressive overload is key, but many people are understandably nervous about holding up two heavy dumbbells, knowing their face could cause a soft landing. “If you want a better and safer alternative to skull crushers, do this exercise,” Klancir shared with his one million IG followers.
Set up cable skull breakers
Klancir’s video shows him placing a V-Bar mount on the cable, on the lowest pin, and then moving the bench in front of the cable, at a 45-degree angle. The big man then grabs the attachment and gets ready. “Lie down and start,” he said enthusiastically. “Keep your arms perpendicular to the floor.” With his elbows slightly bent, Klancir held the attachment with both hands as it slowly descended. The “negative part of the movement should end behind the head,” he explained.
For the lifting phase, Klancir advised that the concentric part should end “directly above the eyes.” For proper form, the further coach explained that you should “perform the movement exclusively by doing triceps extensions.” In other words, focus on the muscles in the target area and use your triceps to shift the load, rather than relying too heavily on the biceps or back.
To mimic Klancir’s sensible skull crushers, aim for 3 sets of 8 to 12 reps, aiming to maximize hypotrophy and make sure you thank this Croation Hulk for keeping your head in the game!
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