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Triceps dips can be performed almost anywhere
Your triceps are located in the back part of your upper arms. The primary function of the triceps muscle is to straighten the arm by extending the elbow. Triceps dips are an excellent exercise for triceps development. To perform triceps dips, place your hands shoulder width apart behind you on a couch, step, bench or chair. Your fingers should point forward. Extend your feet in front of you until your legs are straight. Straighten your arms and lift your body to start the movement. Slowly lower your body until you are just off the floor. Press your body up by straightening your arms.
Dips can be made easier (regressed) by bending your knees and bringing your feet closer to your body. To increase range of motion, and difficulty, perform dips on a higher surface. For better core engagement, raise one leg off the floor while you perform the movement. If dips cause strain on your wrists you can alleviate it by grasping dumbbells or performing them on your fists. Proper form and some variations for this exercise are illustrated in the slide show below.
Triceps dips are a great exercise and, like all body weight exercises, can be performed almost anywhere. Work in a few sets a week and get ready to show off your shapely and toned upper arms.
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