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How to do Weighted Bench Dip

Primary muscle: Triceps · Secondary: Chest, Shoulders

TricepsIntermediateBodyweight, OtherCompound
Weighted Bench Dip start and end positionWeighted Bench Dip start and end position

Step-by-step

  1. Set two benches facing each other; hands on one, heels on the other
  2. Have a partner place a plate on your lap
  3. Bend your elbows to lower your hips toward the floor
  4. Stop when your upper arms are parallel to the floor
  5. Press up with your triceps to elbow lockout

Coaching tip

Have a partner place the plate on your lap; keep your hips close to the bench so the shoulders don't impinge.

Caution

Skip this move or ask a professional first if you have pain or an injury in: shoulder, elbow. FitCi filters it out of your program automatically based on the injuries in your profile.

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