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Dip

A compound exercise for the chest and triceps, with help from the front delts. Equipment: dip bars.

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How to do it

  1. Setup: Start at the top with straight arms.
  2. Lean slightly forward
  3. Lower until shoulders are just below elbows
  4. Press back to lockout

Muscles worked

Equipment

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