Upper armsOtherBeginner
Parallel Bar Dip
Start locked out between parallel bars, bend the elbows to lower, then press back up. No swinging, posture held throughout.
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Type
- Strength
- Mechanic
- Compound
- Force direction
- Push
- Muscles
- 5
Form sequence
01 · start
Stand between a set of parallel bars. Place a hand on each bar, and then take a small jump to help you get into the starting position with your arms locked out.
02 · descend · Key step
Begin by flexing the elbow, lowering your body until your arms break 90 degrees. Avoid swinging, and maintain good posture throughout the descent.
03 · press up
Reverse the motion by extending the elbow, pushing yourself back up into the starting position.
04 · repeat
Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
