Classification
Type | basic |
Mechanics | compound |
Direction | push |
Equipment | parallel bars |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
Stand on platform and grasp dip bar about shoulderwide with overhand grip. Donīt lock elbows. Lift feet off platform, flex legs and hips to raise thighs up to parallel to floor.Execution
Lower body until arms are flexed right-angled. Keep elbows close to body. Return, keep arms slightly flexed. Repeat.Variations / Comments
Keeping hips flexed shifts higher workload into hip flexors and waist and keeps torso from bending forward which increases triceps workload.
Starting Position
Ending Position
Muscles
Target | Triceps Brachii |
Synergist | Deltoid, Anterior | Pectoralis Major, Sternal | Pectoralis Major, Clavicular | Rhomboids | Latissimus Dorsi |
Stabilizers | Biceps Brachii | Trapezius, Lower | Hip Flexors | Rectus Abdominis |
Front
Rear