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Bench Dip (knees Bent)

Intermediate
Bench Dip (knees Bent) animated demonstration
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How to Do It

  1. Sit on the edge of a bench or chair with your hands gripping the edge next to your hips.
  2. Slide your butt off the bench and straighten your legs in front of you, keeping your heels on the ground.
  3. Bend your elbows and lower your body towards the ground, keeping your back close to the bench.
  4. Pause for a moment at the bottom, then push yourself back up to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Range of Motion

Arms extended to elbows bent at 90 degrees.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • ×Going too deep and straining the shoulders
  • ×Flaring the elbows out wide
  • ×Using the legs to push yourself up

Prescription

3Sets
10-15Reps
Rest interval60-90 sec

Goal

Build triceps strength using bodyweight with reduced difficulty

Body Part

Upper Arms

Equipment

Body Weight

Muscles Worked

PrimaryTriceps
Secondary
ChestShoulders