Ring Dips
How to do the Ring Dips
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Grip a ring in each hand, and then take a small jump to help you get into the starting position with your arms locked out.
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Begin by flexing the elbow, lowering your body until your arms break 90 degrees. Avoid swinging, and maintain good posture throughout the descent.
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Reverse the motion by extending the elbow, pushing yourself back up into the starting position.
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Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
How to program the Ring Dips
Sets and reps
As a compound movement, the Ring Dips responds well to heavier loading. For strength, work in the 3–5 sets of 4–8 reps range with 2–3 minutes of rest between sets. For muscle growth, 3–4 sets of 8–12 reps with 90 seconds of rest is the classic hypertrophy zone. Place it early in your session, when you're freshest, and leave 1–3 reps in reserve on most sets.
Progression
The Ring Dips is rated intermediate. Earn the right to progress: only add load when every rep of every set moves with consistent technique. Video your sets or use a mirror to check positions, and use double progression (add reps to the top of your range, then add load and reset) rather than jumping weight.
Secondary muscles worked
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Frequently asked questions
What muscles does the Ring Dips work?
The Ring Dips primarily targets the Triceps. It also recruits the Chest, Shoulders as supporting muscles.
What equipment do I need for the Ring Dips?
You need Other. Difficulty level: Intermediate.
How many sets and reps of the Ring Dips should I do?
For strength, do 3–5 sets of 4–8 reps with 2–3 minutes rest. For muscle growth, do 3–4 sets of 8–12 reps with about 90 seconds rest.
