Hominin · exercise
Parallel Bar Dip
Parallel Bar Dip is a beginner strength exercise. It works the triceps, with help from the chest and shoulders.
beginnerotherpush movementcompoundstrength
- Main muscles
- triceps
- Also works
- chest, shoulders
How to do it
- Stand between a set of parallel bars. Place a hand on each bar, and then take a small jump to help you get into the starting position with your arms locked out.
- Begin by flexing the elbow, lowering your body until your arms break 90 degrees. Avoid swinging, and maintain good posture throughout the descent.
- Reverse the motion by extending the elbow, pushing yourself back up into the starting position.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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- Cable Incline Triceps Extension · cable, beginner
- Cable Lying Triceps Extension · cable, beginner
General information, not medical advice: start light, learn the movement before adding weight, and ask a qualified coach or doctor if you are injured or unsure. Exercise data from the Free Exercise DB (public domain).