Weighted Bench Dip
An intermediate-level tricep exercise using additional weight for increased resistance.
Instructions
- Place a bench behind your back and another in front of you, grabbing the edge of the forward bench with your hands.
- Extend your legs forward and place your heels on the edge of the bench in front of you.
- With the help of a training partner, place a weight plate on your lap.
- Lower your body by bending your elbows until your upper arms are parallel to the floor.
- Push yourself back up to the starting position.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Not going low enough to achieve a full range of motion.
- Allowing the shoulders to shrug up during the movement.
- Using too much added weight, causing strain and poor form.
Additional Information
| General | |
| Difficulty | intermediate |
| Force | push |
| Mechanic | compound |
| Equipment | other |
| Muscle | triceps |