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Ring Dips

Ring Dips is a intermediate strength exercise. It works the triceps, with help from the chest and shoulders.

intermediateotherpush movementcompoundstrength

Main muscles
triceps
Also works
chest, shoulders

How to do it

  1. Grip a ring in each hand, and then take a small jump to help you get into the starting position with your arms locked out.
  2. Begin by flexing the elbow, lowering your body until your arms break 90 degrees. Avoid swinging, and maintain good posture throughout the descent.
  3. Reverse the motion by extending the elbow, pushing yourself back up into the starting position.
  4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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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).

Ring Dips: muscles worked and how to do it | Hominin