Band Assisted Chest & Tricep Dominant Dip
The Band Assisted Chest & Tricep Dominant Dip is a compound exercise that mainly works the chest and triceps, with help from the shoulders. You'll need: dip bars and loop bands.
Required Equipment
Band Assisted Chest & Tricep Dominant Dip Muscles Worked
Primary
Chest (pectoralis major, sternal head); Triceps (triceps brachii)
Secondary
Front Shoulder (anterior deltoid)
How to do the Band Assisted Chest & Tricep Dominant Dip
Setup
Secure a resistance band across your parallel dip bars, ensuring it is sturdy and won't slip.
Grasp the bars with a neutral grip, and place your knees or feet onto the resistance band to provide support.
Movement
Begin in an upright position with your arms fully extended, supporting your body weight.
Slowly lower your body by bending your elbows, keeping your core engaged and your shoulders back.
Descend until your shoulders are slightly below your elbows, or until you feel a comfortable stretch in your chest or shoulders.
Maintaining control, push through your palms to return to the starting position with your arms fully extended.
Keep your head neutral and avoid shrugging your shoulders throughout the movement.
Band Assisted Chest & Tricep Dominant Dip FAQs
What muscles does the Band Assisted Chest & Tricep Dominant Dip work?
The Band Assisted Chest & Tricep Dominant Dip mainly works the chest and triceps, with help from the shoulders. The main muscles are the pectoralis major and triceps brachii.
What equipment do you need for the Band Assisted Chest & Tricep Dominant Dip?
Dip bars and loop bands.
Is the Band Assisted Chest & Tricep Dominant Dip a compound exercise?
Yes. It's a compound movement, meaning it trains several muscle groups at once rather than isolating one.
What workout day should the Band Assisted Chest & Tricep Dominant Dip go on?
It belongs on push day in a push/pull/legs routine.
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