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Bench Dips demonstration

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Strength / Bodyweight

Bench Dips

A bodyweight pressing movement with hands on a bench behind the body, emphasizing the triceps.

Equipment

Bodyweight

Experience

intermediate

Movement

compound

Primary musclesSecondary muscles

Front Delts · Chest

Instructions

  1. 01

    Sit on a bench and place your hands on the edge beside your hips.

  2. 02

    Slide your hips off the bench with legs extended.

  3. 03

    Lower your body by bending your elbows to 90 degrees.

  4. 04

    Press through your palms to return to the start.

  5. 05

    Repeat for the desired number of reps.

Choose a load and range you can control. These instructions are general guidance, not a substitute for individual coaching.