Machine Triceps Dip

Seated with the handles at the sides, press down until the arms are straight; the machine removes the balance problem.

Machine Triceps Dip, illustrated

How to do it

Setup

Seated, back on the pad, handles at the sides.

Steps

  1. Press the handles down to straight arms.
  2. Squeeze at lockout.
  3. Return until the elbows pass 90°.

Common mistakes

Shoulders shrugging into the press: down and back first. Back leaving the pad: glued. Short lockouts: straight arms, every rep.

Breathing

Exhale pressing down, inhale returning.