Triceps Dips (Assisted)

The upright dip in the assist machine, torso vertical and elbows close.

Triceps Dips (Assisted), illustrated

How to do it

Setup

Assist machine, torso VERTICAL, elbows pointing back.

Steps

  1. Lower to ~90° with the elbows close.
  2. Keep the body upright.
  3. Press to lockout; reduce the assist over time.

Common mistakes

Leaning forward: that is the CHEST version; stay tall for triceps. Flaring elbows: back, along the body. Pad-bouncing: strict.

Breathing

Inhale lowering, exhale pressing.