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one arm dip

one arm dip is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.

Steps

Step 1. Stand facing away from a bench or chair, with your feet shoulder-width apart.

Step 2. Place one hand on the bench or chair behind you, fingers pointing towards your body.

Step 3. Extend your legs out in front of you, keeping your heels on the ground.

Step 4. Bend your elbows and lower your body towards the ground, keeping your back close to the bench or chair.

Step 5. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push through your palms to straighten your arms and return to the starting position.

Muscles & body parts

Primary muscles

triceps

Secondary muscles

chestshoulders

Primary body parts

triceps

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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