Compound · Vertical push

Parallel-Bar Dip

Parallel-Bar Dip is a compound overhead press movement for the triceps and chest. Keep your trunk braced, press overhead without shrugging early, and finish each rep at a complete lockout. Your shoulders assist throughout the movement.

Primary muscles

Triceps and Chest

Secondary muscles

Shoulders

Equipment

Bodyweight

Movement pattern

Vertical push

Type

Compound (multi-joint)

Substitutions

Close-Grip Bench Press
Also trains the triceps.
Push-Up
Also trains the chest.
Machine Chest Press
Also trains the chest.

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