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Fitness
Chest Dip
The chest dip is a compound exercise that targets the chest, triceps, and shoulders. It effectively builds upper body strength and muscle mass while enhancing stability and coordination. This exercise is a valuable component of any upper body workout routine.
Primary Muscle Group
Type of Weight
Chest
Bodyweight
1. Setup: Position yourself between parallel bars with your arms extended and hands gripping the bars.
2. Grip: Hold the bars with a firm grip.
3. Starting Position: Lift your body so that your arms are straight, and your legs are bent at the knees.
4. Execution: Lower your body by bending your elbows until your upper arms are parallel to the ground, keeping your torso leaning slightly forward.
5. Return: Push through your hands to straighten your arms and return to the starting position. Repeat for the desired number of reps.
Diagram of the muscles activated:
