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Assisted Triceps Dip (kneeling)

Machine · Horizontal Push · Compound

Triceps Anterior DeltoidTriceps Joint friendly

Default prescription & biomechanics

Primary muscles
Triceps
Secondary muscles
Anterior Deltoid, Triceps
Equipment
Machine
Movement pattern
Horizontal Push (Push force)
Difficulty
Intermediate
Working rep range
5-8 reps per set
Between-set interval
150 seconds rest

Step-by-step coaching cues

  1. Adjust the assistance weight on the machine as needed.
  2. Kneel on the platform and hold the parallel bars with your arms extended.
  3. Bend your elbows and lower your body slowly until your arms form a 90-degree angle.
  4. Push yourself back to the starting position, fully extending your elbows.

Joint & safety considerations

No specific joint contraindications are flagged for Assisted Triceps Dip (kneeling). Maintain controlled tempo across the full range of motion and stop the set if sharp joint pain occurs.

Biomechanical alternatives & swaps

Used by the in-app Swap sheet when your equipment is occupied or when adjusting exercise difficulty.

Exercise Relationship Equipment
Barbell Floor Press Barbell swap Barbell
Neutral-Grip Dumbbell Floor Press Dumbbell swap Dumbbell
Resistance Band Accommodating Push-Up Bands swap Bands
Single-Arm or Double Kettlebell Floor Press Kettlebell swap Kettlebell
Close-Grip Barbell Bench Press Barbell swap Barbell
Close-Grip Tricep Push-Up Bodyweight swap Bodyweight

From the WorkoutCard biomechanical library (613 verified movements). For general strength and conditioning education, not medical or physiotherapy advice.