Tricep Dips
Tricep Dips are an effective exercise for strengthening the triceps, shoulders and chest. Doing them regularly can help improve shoulder flexibility and posture.
Benefits
- Tricep, Shoulder and Chest Strength: Tricep Dips target the triceps, shoulders and chest, helping to tone and strengthen them.
- Shoulder Fexibility: Tricep Dips require shoulder extension, which helps to improve flexibility and range of motion in the shoulder joint.
- Posture: Tricep Dips target the muscles in the upper back and shoulders, helping to improve posture.
Instructions
- Place your hands on a sturdy surface, such as parallel bars or the edges of a bench.
- Keep your palms facing down and fingers pointing forward.
- Lower your body down towards the ground by bending your elbows, keeping them close to your body.
- Push your body back up to the starting position, straightening your arms.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Proper Form
- Elbows Close: Keep your elbows close to your body as you perform the dip, to avoid straining the shoulders.
- Triceps Engaged: Focus on using the triceps to perform the dip, instead of relying on momentum or your body weight.
- Straight Back: Keep your back straight and avoid rounding it, to reduce strain on the lower back.
- Movements Controlled: Avoid using momentum to perform the exercise. Movements should be slow and controlled.
Tricep Dips are an effective exercise for improving shoulder flexibility and posture. Doing them regularly strengthens the triceps, shoulders and chest, and using proper form maximizes the benefits.
