Weighted Tricep Dips
Weighted Tricep Dips demonstration
Watch the demo so setup and tempo are clear before you follow the step-by-step cues.

Performing the: A Step-by-Step Tutorial Weighted Tricep Dips
Work through the cues in order so setup, bracing, and reps stay consistent before you add load.
- Position yourself on a dip bar with your arms fully extended and nearly locked at the elbows.
- Slowly lower your body by bending your elbows until they form a 90-degree angle, ensuring that your back is close to the bar.
- Pause for a moment when you reach the bottom of the movement, then push your body back up to the starting position using your triceps.
- Repeat this process for the desired number of reps, ensuring to maintain proper form throughout the exercise.
Tips for Performing Weighted Tricep Dips
Form reminders that keep range of motion and control in check once the basic pattern feels stable.
- Control Your Movement: Avoid rushing through the exercise. Instead, control your movement both while lowering and lifting your body. This ensures your muscles are under tension for a longer period, enhancing muscle growth and strength.
- Choose Appropriate Weight: Another common mistake is using a weight that is too heavy. This can lead to poor form and increase the risk of injury. Start with a weight you can handle comfortably and gradually increase as you get stronger.
- Warm Up: It's crucial to warm up before any exercise, including weighted tricep dips
Can beginners do the Weighted Tricep Dips?
A short framing note on whether this pattern suits newer lifters before you load it heavily.
Weighted Tricep Dips can be quite challenging for beginners due to the strength required to lift one's own body weight, plus additional weight. It's recommended that beginners start with basic tricep dips or assisted dip machines to build strength and perfect form. Once they are comfortable with these, they can gradually add weight to their dips. It's also important to remember that proper form and technique are crucial to prevent injuries.
What are common variations of the Weighted Tricep Dips?
Compare these progressions when the main pattern is solid or you need a different stimulus with similar equipment.
- Parallel Bar Dips: This version requires you to use parallel bars, where you support your body weight on your hands and lower your body between the bars before pushing back up.
- Ring Dips: This variation is done using gymnastic rings, which increases the difficulty as it requires more balance and stability.
- Straight Bar Dips: In this variation, you perform the dip on a straight bar, which targets your triceps and chest muscles in a slightly different way than the traditional dip.
- Assisted Dips: This variation is perfect for beginners or those with less upper body strength, as it involves using a machine or resistance band to assist in the upward movement.


