Elbow dips

Elbow dips are a bodyweight exercise targeting the triceps, performed using a bench or chair. The movement involves lowering and raising the body by bending and straightening the elbows while keeping the back close to the bench.

Elbow dips are a bodyweight exercise targeting the triceps, performed using a bench or chair. The movement involves lowering and raising the body by bending and straightening the elbows while keeping the back close to the bench.

Elbow dips are a bodyweight exercise targeting the triceps, performed using a bench or chair. The movement involves lowering and raising the body by bending and straightening the elbows while keeping the back close to the bench.

How to Do the Elbow dips

How to Do the Elbow dips

How to Do the Elbow dips

Sit on the edge of a bench or chair with your hands gripping the edge next to your hips. Slide your hips forward off the bench and straighten your legs, keeping your heels on the ground. Bend your elbows and lower your body towards the ground, keeping your back close to the bench. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push through your hands to straighten your arms and lift your body back up to the starting position. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Difficulty

Beginner

Category

Strength

Target Muscle

Triceps

Triceps

Secondary Muscles

chest, shoulders

Equipment

Body weight

Body Part

Upper arms

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