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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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