How to Do a Bench Dip to Strengthen Your Triceps during Your Weight Training Routine

By Liz Neporent, Suzanne Schlosberg, and Shirley Archer from Weight Training For Dummies, 3rd Edition"

The bench dip is one of the few triceps exercises that strengthens other muscles, too — in this case, the shoulders and chest. Your weight training regimen can only benefit from including this exercise.

Warning

Be careful if you have wrist, elbow, or shoulder problems. And be sure the bench is sturdy and well anchored.

1. Identify your triceps muscle.