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Triceps dips floor

Triceps dips on the floor are a bodyweight exercise targeting the triceps. The exercise involves lowering and raising the body using the arms while seated on the floor with the legs extended forward.

How to perform: Triceps dips floor

At a glance

Area
Upper arms
Main muscle
Triceps
Equipment
Body weight
Level
Beginner

Form tips

  • Keep your elbows close to your body.
  • Avoid locking your elbows at the top of the movement.
  • Engage your core for stability.

What to watch out for

  • Shoulder injuries
  • Elbow injuries
  • Wrist pain

Also known as

Dip a terra per tricipiti, floor tricep dips, bodyweight tricep dips

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