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Bench dip alternatives

Machine taken, missing equipment, or something doesn't feel right? These exercises train the same main muscles as the bench dip, best matches first.

  1. DipTrains the triceps, same movement, needs dip bars.
  2. Slow dip loweringTrains the triceps, same movement, needs dip bars.
  3. Close-grip bench pressTrains the triceps, needs barbell, flat bench and squat rack.
  4. Close-hand push-upTrains the triceps, no equipment.
  5. Band pushdownTrains the triceps, needs resistance bands and pull-up bar.
  6. Cable pushdownTrains the triceps, needs cable machine.
  7. EZ bar skull crusherTrains the triceps, needs ez curl bar and flat bench.
  8. Overhead dumbbell extensionTrains the triceps, needs dumbbells.

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