Exercises / Intermediate
Elbow dips
- Triceps
- Anterior Deltoid
- Lower Chest
- Forearms
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- Level
- Intermediate
- Muscles
- 4
- Equipment
- Parallettes
On this page
01 / Steps
How to do it
Perform parallel dips.
As you flex your arms, let your forearms drop onto the bar.
Use an explosive movement to drive back up and finish the dip.
They are also known as Russian dips.
02 / Muscles
Muscles worked
Triceps
Anterior Deltoid
Lower Chest
Forearms
03 / Skills
What it trains
How demanding this exercise is for each physical ability.
- Strength55
- Explosivity0
- Technique45
- Cardio30
- Mobility40
Sessions
Sessions with this exercise
Calisteniapp workouts that include this movement.
Intermediate
Endurance Challenge 5 - Javi Ales
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7 min · 4 exercises
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V sit preparation routine
Hamstrings ∙ Upper Chest ∙ Anterior Deltoid ∙ Abs
60 min · 8 exercises
Intermediate
Kass Exercises
Triceps ∙ Lower Chest ∙ Upper Chest ∙ Quadriceps
251 min · 30 exercises
Intermediate
Tiger Bend Preparation
Triceps ∙ Upper Chest ∙ Anterior Deltoid ∙ Upper Trapezius
29 min · 6 exercises
Intermediate
Fest Skills and Endurance
Biceps ∙ Abs ∙ Lats ∙ Rear Deltoid
39 min · 11 exercises
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