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Reps
10–15
Kit
Dip station
Video from @CommunityStrengthAustin, not affiliated with Talala

How to do it

  1. 1

    Sit on the edge of a bench with your hands next to your hips, fingers pointing forward.

  2. 2

    Slide your bum off the bench so your arms hold you up. Knees bent, feet flat on the floor. Tighten your core.

  3. 3

    Breathe in as you bend your elbows and lower your hips toward the floor, elbows pointing back.

  4. 4

    Breathe out as you push back up until your arms are straight.

Where you should feel it: The backs of your arms.

What your coach says mid-set

  • “Keep your back close to the bench”
  • “Lower only as far as feels fine”
  • “Push back up to straight arms”

Common mistakes

Drifting away from the bench

Keep your back close to the bench as you lower.

Sinking too deep

Stop when your upper arms are level with the floor, or sooner.

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