Dip (Chest-Focused)

The Dip (Chest-Focused) primarily works the Anterior Deltoid, Pectoralis Major (Sternal), Triceps (Long Head), with secondary activation of the Pectoralis Major (Clavicular), Triceps (Lateral Head), Triceps (Medial Head) and stabilizer support from the Rectus Abdominis, Serratus Anterior, Transverse Abdominis. It is a bodyweight compound exercise at intermediate difficulty.

Bodyweight dip with forward lean and lower range of motion emphasizing chest.

EquipmentBodyweight
DifficultyIntermediate
TypeCompound
MovementHorizontal Push
ForcePush
LateralityBilateral
PrimaryAnterior Deltoid, Pectoralis Major (Sternal), Triceps (Long Head)
SecondaryPectoralis Major (Clavicular), Triceps (Lateral Head), Triceps (Medial Head)

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
Primary Secondary Stabilizer

Primary Muscles

Secondary Muscles

Stabilizer Muscles

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Position body with proper alignment. Execution: Press weight forward and away from chest until arms are extended. Return to starting position under control. Repeat. Comments: Maintain control throughout movement to fully engage the Pectoralis Major (Sternal), Anterior Deltoid, Triceps (Long Head).

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