Tricep Dips
Photography: Jillian Clark
Location: THE STORE
Words by:
Charman Driver
The beauty of the ubiquitous tricep dip is that it’s free, effective and can go where you go—so no excuses. Using your own body weight and a chair, bench, step, or low wall; this convenient and challenging exercise works the muscles on the back of your upper arms. I add tricep dips to all of my cardio workouts—and make it a game to find places to dip as I run along.
Tricep dips build arm and shoulder muscles—and activates your core muscles as well. Make them a daily routine and you’ll see results quickly.
Tricep Dips:
1. Find a stable surface to sit on and grip the edge with your hands next to your hips and fingers pointing down.
2. Feet should be hip-width apart with legs straight or bent at the knees.
3. Look straight ahead, with your chin lifted.
4. Engage your core muscles by pulling your belly button toward your spine.
5. Lift your body using the palms of your hands and slide forward so you’re no longer sitting.
6. Lower your body and bend your elbows to a 90 degree angle or lower.
7. Push yourself back up to starting position and repeat, using your triceps to lift and lower.
8. Do 10-20 reps.