Tabletop Dip

Muscle Groups: Triceps

Tabletop Dip focuses on Triceps, with Shoulders working as supporting muscles.

How to Perform

Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Tabletop Dip with proper form and technique.

  1. 1

    Sit on the floor with your legs extended in front of you and your hands behind you, fingers pointing towards your feet.

  2. 2

    Lift your hips off the ground, keeping your arms straight and shoulder-width apart.

  3. 3

    Bend your elbows to lower your body towards the floor, then push back up to the starting position.

Tips for Success

These tips will help you perform Tabletop Dip safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.

  • Keep your shoulders away from your ears to avoid tension.

  • Ensure your elbows don’t flare out; they should stay close to your body during the dip.

  • Engage your core to help support your back and maintain stability.

Secondary Muscles

While Tabletop Dip primarily targets Triceps , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Shoulders . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.

Related Exercises

If you enjoyed Tabletop Dip, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.

These exercises work the same primary muscles as Tabletop Dip, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.

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