Chest dip on straight bar
The chest dip on a straight bar is a bodyweight exercise that primarily targets the pectoral muscles. It involves gripping a straight bar and lowering the body by bending the elbows, then pushing back up to the starting position. This exercise also engages the triceps and anterior deltoids.
At a glance
- Area
- Chest
- Main muscle
- Pectorals
- Secondary muscles
- Serratus anterior
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Level
- Intermediate
Form tips
- Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
- Avoid flaring your elbows out too much.
- Lower your body in a controlled manner.
- Ensure a full range of motion by going as low as comfortable.
What to watch out for
- shoulder injuries
- elbow injuries
- wrist injuries
Also known as
Dips su sbarra dritta, straight bar dips, dips su barra, bodyweight chest exercise, upper body strength