ChestMachineBeginner

Dips Machine

Learn how to perform Dips Machine, a Chest exercise, with setup, breathing and common mistakes.

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STEP 1

Setup

Grip the handles, lean slightly forward, and place your feet on the supports. Pull your shoulders down and open your chest.

STEP 2

Start phase

Bend your elbows and descend slowly. Stop just before the shoulders roll forward, when the lower chest stretches.

STEP 3

End phase

Press the handles down to rise. Think of pushing your body with the lower chest, not merely straightening your arms.

STEP 4

Target muscles

Rise by driving through the lower chest. If the triceps take over, lean farther forward and try again.

STEP 5

Common mistakes

An upright torso or a bounce fatigues the triceps and shoulders first. Keep your lean and control the descent.

STEP 6

Breathing

Inhale while lowering and exhale while rising. The exhale helps you press through the lower chest.

STEP 7

Coach tip

More forward lean emphasizes the chest. Stop before the angle makes your shoulders uncomfortable.

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