Ring Dip

An exercise for the lower pectoralis major and triceps brachii.

  • Chest
  • Other

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Muscles worked

MainLower pectoralis major, Triceps brachii
AlsoAnterior deltoid

Setup

Rings at about waist height; learn the support hold first.

How to do it well

  • Support with rings turned out, arms locked
  • Lower until the shoulders dip below the elbows
  • Press up and turn the rings out at the top

Common mistakes

  • Letting the rings drift apart
  • Sinking too deep before the shoulders are ready

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General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.