Reverse Dip Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Triceps
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Upper Arms
- Primary Muscle
- Triceps
- Secondary Muscles
- Deltoids, Pectoralis Major, Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Deltoid Anterior, Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4
- Alternate Names
- Tricep Dip
How to: Reverse Dip
- Sit on the edge of a bench with your hands on the edge beside your hips.
- Extend your legs out in front of you with your heels on the ground.
- Slowly lower your body down towards the floor by bending your elbows.
- Push back up to the starting position by straightening your arms.
Common Mistakes
- Flaring elbows out too wide.
- Not going low enough.
- Using momentum rather than controlled strength.
Modifications
- Use a bench or elevated surface to reduce the range of motion.
- Perform the exercise with feet on the ground instead of elevated.
Tips
- Keep your back straight during the movement.
- Lower your body until your elbows are at about a 90-degree angle.
- Push through your palms to lift your body back to the start position.
Reverse Dip Alternatives
Tags
triceps
upper arms
strength
bodyweight
dip
exercise