Tuesday, March 29, 2011

Tricep Dips

Using a chair, bench, coffee table, or any other piece of furniture that is no more than 2 feet taller than the ground, you can efficiently and quickly work your triceps and shoulders in this easy move. Have fun!

Muscles Used

-Triceps (back of upper arm)
-Deltoids (front, middle, and back of shoulder)
-Trapezius (upper back)

Daily Use of Muscles

-on add 4's looking under the couch/bed
-reaching up high for something
-brushing hair
-straightening arm
-using arms to get up off the floor

Things to Remember

-only move 8-12 inches away from the chair,bench, etc. to prevent inappropriate use of shoulders
-when lifting body up, extend elbows fully
-for beginners, keep knees bent at 90 degree angle
-for an advanced workout, straighten legs
-make sure to do slow, controlled movements; faster is not better



Video of Tricep Dips

(disclaimer: the narrator of this video and person performing the exercise may make you laugh outloud.)



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