Assisted Standing Triceps Dip
Description
The assisted standing triceps dip is a regression of the bench dip for trainees who cannot do a full bodyweight dip. The lifter places the hands behind on a low bench and assists with the legs to press out of a dip. It builds the triceps with reduced load.
Equipment Required
Assisted Standing Triceps Dip Instructions
- Set up a low bench or sturdy chair behind you.
- Place the hands on the edge of the bench shoulder width apart.
- Step the feet forward keeping the legs bent for support.
- Lower the body by bending the elbows.
- Keep the elbows tracking back behind the body.
- Lower until the upper arms are parallel to the floor.
- Press the body up by extending the elbows assisted by the legs.
- Squeeze the triceps hard at the top.
Assisted Standing Triceps Dip Form & Visual
Assisted Standing Triceps Dip Benefits
- Beginner friendly tricep move
- Builds the triceps
- No machines needed
- Easy to scale by leg assist
- Useful tricep starter
- Strong tricep finisher
Assisted Standing Triceps Dip Muscles Worked
- Triceps brachii
- Pectoralis major
- Anterior deltoid
Assisted Standing Triceps Dip Variations & Alternatives
- Bench Dip
- Tricep Dip
- Diamond Push Up
- Tricep Kickback
