Exercise Database

Dips

Course: PHRE 3040 – Resistance Training Movement Pattern: Press | vertical Target: Triceps Synergist(s): Deltoids (Anterior), Pec Major
Exercise ID: 2311
Regressions: Assisted Dips Progressions:

Equipment: Body Weight
Description:
  1. For this exercise you will need access to parallel bars. To get yourself into the starting position, hold your body at arms length (arms locked) above the bars.
  2. While breathing in, lower yourself slowly with your torso leaning forward around 30 degrees or so and your elbows flared out slightly until you feel a slight stretch in the chest.
    • Keeping your torso more upright will place a greater emphasis on the triceps relative to the chest.
  3. Once you feel the stretch, use your chest to bring your body back to the starting position as you breathe out. Tip: Remember to squeeze the chest at the top of the movement for a second.
Common Error(s): Not engaging core | Forward Head Posture | Using Excessive Momentum
Spotting:


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