Exercise guide

Tricep Dip.

Equipment
Bodyweight
Movement
Compound
Level
Beginner

Muscles at work

Front
Back
PrimaryTriceps
SecondaryChest, Shoulders

Make every rep count.

  1. 01

    Grip the parallel bars with a neutral/inward grip and set them about shoulder-width if adjustable.

  2. 02

    Step or jump up to support your body on straight arms, shoulders down and back, chest up.

  3. 03

    To keep the emphasis on triceps, stay tall and upright—avoid leaning forward. Let your legs hang naturally (don’t swing).

  4. 04

    Lower under control by bending your elbows straight back, keeping your gaze forward and your torso vertical.

  5. 05

    Descend until your upper arms are roughly parallel to the floor (elbows about level with shoulders) or as deep as your shoulders comfortably allow.

  6. 06

    Press back up smoothly to the start, stopping just short of locking out at the top.

  7. 07

    Repeat for reps, keeping the movement slow, steady, and strict.

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