Dips with proper technique

Dips strengthen your triceps, chest and shoulders. The movement is demanding on the shoulders, so choose your depth and technique carefully.

You will need

• Dip bars or an assisted dip machine
• Resistance band for assistance

Steps

1. Get up onto the bars

   Push yourself up between the bars with straight arms. Keep your shoulders down, not up by your ears.

2. Keep your body under control

3. Lower yourself with control

4. Don't go too deep

5. Press up

6. Use assistance

7. Add load gradually

8. Listen to your shoulders

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