Description:

Upper Arm Dips on the parallel bars are exercises that help develop strength in the upper body, specifically the lats.  If you do not have access to a set of parallel bars, two evenly sized blocks or boxes may be utilized as an alternative.  Ensure that a tight body position is maintained and that the majority of the work is executed through the recruitment of the lats.  Speed up the tempo for an increased challenge.

Process:

• grab parallel bars and bend arms at least 90 degrees and let biceps rest on the top of the bars
• tighten body by engaging core
• relax shoulders to allow body to lower until shoulders are slightly below bar height
• quickly engage lats to spring body back up until shoulders above bar height