Suspension Self assisted Chest Dip
Step by step
How to perform
- Stand between the straps, grab the handles with an overhand grip, and lift your body off the ground by straightening your arms.
- Lower your body by bending your elbows until they form a 90-degree angle, keeping your body upright and your shoulders down.
- Push yourself back up to the starting position by straightening your arms, using your chest and tricep muscles to lift your body weight.
- Keep your feet on the ground throughout the exercise to assist in lifting your body weight, adjusting the difficulty by moving your feet closer or further from the suspension point.
Overview
About this exercise
The Suspension Self-assisted Chest Dip is a strength-building exercise that primarily targets the chest, triceps, and shoulders, offering the benefit of improved upper body strength and muscle definition. It is suitable for both beginners and advanced fitness enthusiasts, with the self-assistance providing a customizable level of difficulty. One would want to engage in this exercise to enhance upper body strength, improve body stability, and achieve a well-defined chest and arm muscle tone.
Coaching cues
Form tips
One common mistake is to only focus on the upper body, neglecting the core. Engaging your core throughout the exercise not only helps to maintain proper form but also enhances overall strength and stability.
Avoid dropping down too quickly or using momentum to push yourself up. This can lead to shoulder and elbow strain. Instead, lower and raise your body in a slow, controlled manner. This ensures you're using your muscles, not momentum, to perform the exercise.
Another common mistake is to shrug the shoulders during the exercise. This can lead to shoulder strain and reduces the effectiveness of the exercise. Keep your shoulders down and back throughout the movement.
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