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§ L · Exercises · TricepsUpdated 6/2026

Triceps Dip

Builds the triceps and pressing strength. It carries over to push ups, bench press, and everyday pushing movements.

Muscle group
Triceps
Equipment
Bodyweight
Exercise type
Compound
Technique
Advanced technique

Muscles worked

§ 01 · Muscles
Primary muscle
Triceps
Supporting muscles
ChestShoulders

How to perform

§ 02 · Steps
  1. 01

    Position yourself on parallel bars or a dip station with your arms straight at shoulder width and a firm grip.

  2. 02

    Brace your core and lightly pull your shoulder blades back and down, keeping your chest slightly open.

  3. 03

    Lower your body under control by bending your elbows to about a 90-degree angle, keeping your elbows close to your body.

  4. 04

    Push yourself back up by squeezing your triceps to return to the starting position. Exhale as you push up and inhale as you lower.

Beginner's guide

§ 03 · Guide
What it works

Builds the triceps and pressing strength. It carries over to push ups, bench press, and everyday pushing movements.

What it should feel like

You should feel it mainly in your triceps, with some work in the chest. It should not be felt in the front of your shoulders or your wrists.

Most common mistake

A common mistake is flaring the elbows or dropping too deep. Keep your elbows close to your sides and lower under control to about 90 degrees.

How to get started at the gym

§ 04 · SisuLift

Triceps Dip is ready to go in the SisuLift exercise library. The app builds you a program, suggests starting weights and shows this same animation during your workout at the gym.

  • ·A ready training program based on your goal
  • ·Starting weight suggestions and automatic progression
  • ·Set logging and rest timer at the gym
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Tips

§ 05 · Tips

Keep your elbows as close to your body as possible to reduce shoulder strain. Maintain a neutral neck position and a braced core.

An effective bodyweight exercise, especially for the triceps and upper-body muscular endurance.

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