Assisted Triceps Dip (kneeling) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Triceps Brachii
- Equipment
- Leverage machine
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Triceps Brachii
- Secondary Muscles
- Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Latissimus Dorsi, Teres Major
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Kneeling Triceps Dip
How to: Assisted Triceps Dip (kneeling)
- Adjust the leverage machine to your height and sit on the padded seat.
- Grip the handles positioned near your shoulders.
- Lower your body by bending your elbows until they are at about a 90-degree angle.
- Push through your palms to return to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Allowing shoulders to elevate excessively.
- Not fully extending the arms at the top of the movement.
- Straining the neck by looking forward instead of keeping the head neutral.
Modifications
- Decrease the weight or use resistance bands for assistance.
- Perform the exercise with legs extended instead of kneeling for a more challenging version.
Tips
- Keep your elbows close to your body throughout the movement.
- Control the movement; avoid dropping down too quickly.
- Engage your core for stability during the dip.
Assisted Triceps Dip (kneeling) Alternatives
Tags
triceps
strength
upper arms
isolation
fitness
exercise