Parallel Bar Dip
- Main muscles
- Triceps
- Also works
- Chest, Shoulders
- Equipment
- Other equipment
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Compound · Push
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.
Quick answers
- What muscles does the Parallel Bar Dip work?
- Mainly the triceps, with help from the chest, shoulders.
- What equipment do I need?
- Other equipment.
- Is it good for beginners?
- Yes, it is rated beginner level.
- How do I track progress on it?
- Log each set and beat the weight or reps from last time. Liftrung shows your last set beside the next one and estimates your one-rep max from your sets.
More triceps exercises
- Chain Handle Extension
- Ring Dips
- Sled Overhead Triceps Extension
- Weighted Bench Dip
- Band Skull Crusher
- Bench Dips
Exercise descriptions: free-exercise-db, public domain.