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Wide-grip chest dip on high parallel bars

The wide-grip chest dip on high parallel bars is a bodyweight exercise targeting the pectoral muscles. By using a wider grip, the emphasis is placed more on the chest rather than the triceps. This exercise requires significant upper body strength and stability.

How to perform: Wide-grip chest dip on high parallel bars

At a glance

Area
Chest
Main muscle
Pectorals
Secondary muscles
Serratus anterior
Equipment
Body weight
Level
Intermediate

Form tips

  • Keep your elbows slightly flared out to target the chest.
  • Lean forward to increase chest activation.
  • Lower yourself until your shoulders are below your elbows.
  • Avoid locking out your elbows at the top of the movement.

What to watch out for

  • shoulder injuries
  • elbow injuries
  • wrist injuries

Also known as

Dips per il petto a presa larga su parallele alte, wide-grip chest dip, chest dips, parallel bar dips, dips for chest

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