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Lower chest · Intermediate

Chest dip

Gym3 × 6–12Parallel bars

How to do it

  1. Lean your torso forward about 30°
  2. Lower until shoulders are just below elbows
  3. Press up without slamming into lockout

Common mistake: Going deeper than your shoulders can handle.

Make it easier: Use an assisted dip machine or a band

Also works: Triceps, Shoulders

Swap: Incline push-up

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