pectoralsbody weight

chest dip on straight bar

chest dip on straight bar is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1. Grab the parallel bars with your palms facing down and your arms fully extended.

Step 2. Bend your knees and cross your ankles.

Step 3. Lower your body by bending your arms until your shoulders are below your elbows.

Step 4. Push yourself back up to the starting position by straightening your arms.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

pectorals

Secondary muscles

tricepsshoulders

Primary body parts

chest

Common mistakes & warnings

Form & control

Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.

Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.

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