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How to do it
Weighted parallel-bar dip. Vertical torso for tricep focus. Weight belt for resistance. Full ROM.
Muscles worked
Mainly triceps. Train it inside a balanced routine to progress safely.
Technical sheet
- Movement pattern
- Horizontal push
- Minimum level
- Advanced
- Technical demand
- Advanced
- Fatigue it generates
- High (1.6 out of 2.2)
- Risk if technique breaks down
- Medium
- Peak tension in the stretched position
These are the values the generator uses to decide where the exercise goes within the session.
Recommended sets and reps
As a compound lift, it fits in 3–5 sets of 5–12 reps leaving 1–3 reps in reserve (RIR). Prioritize it at the start of the session, when you're fresh.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Flaring the elbows out, shifting tension away from the triceps to the chest and shoulders.
- Using too much weight at the cost of technique and full range of motion.
- Doing reps too fast, without controlling the eccentric (lowering) phase.
Alternative exercises
More Horizontal push exercises
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Frequently asked questions
What muscles does Weighted parallel bar dips work?
Weighted parallel bar dips mainly works the triceps muscle group, plus synergist and stabilizer muscles depending on the variation.
How many sets of Weighted parallel bar dips should I do?
Between 3 and 5 sets per session, adjusting the total weekly volume for triceps to your level (about 10–20 sets per muscle per week).
Is Weighted parallel bar dips good for building muscle?
Yes. Combined with progressive overload, good technique and enough rest, it's an effective tool to grow triceps.
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