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one arm dip

one arm dip exercise guide with muscles, equipment, animation and step-by-step instructions. Target: triceps. Equipment: body weight.

one arm dip exercise demonstration
Target muscle
triceps
Muscle group
chest
Body part
upper arms
Equipment
body weight

Secondary muscles

chest, shoulders

How to perform

  1. Stand facing away from a bench or chair, with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  2. Place one hand on the bench or chair behind you, fingers pointing towards your body.
  3. Extend your legs out in front of you, keeping your heels on the ground.
  4. Bend your elbows and lower your body towards the ground, keeping your back close to the bench or chair.
  5. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push through your palms to straighten your arms and return to the starting position.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions, then switch sides and repeat with the other arm.