Elbows flare during the extension
Upper arms drift outward; lateral head takes over from the long head.
Overactive muscles
Pec majorAnterior deltoid
Corrective work
Foam RollPectorals↗StretchDoorway pec stretch↗Push · Upper Body
Lying DB Tricep Extension (Nose Crusher)
Coaching cues
- Lie flat; dumbbells extended over the chest; palms facing each other
- Lower the dumbbells to either side of the nose — not straight down
- Extend back to the start; only the forearms move
- Neutral grip reduces wrist stress versus a barbell skull crusher
Common faults 2
Upper arms drift back over the head
Shoulder flexion replaces elbow extension; becomes a pullover.
Overactive muscles
Latissimus dorsiTeres major
Corrective work
Foam RollLats↗StretchLat stretch (kneeling overhead)↗