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Over the past five years this site’s amassed an enormous amount of content. To help you find the highlights, I’ll be taking a wander through the archives each Sunday.


This week – Dip Variations.

When it comes to bodyweight training, dips are a staple (throw in a few sets after your presses and you’ll understand why).
Here are just a few of my favourite variations of this wonderful exercise :

• Ring Dips (with Progressions)
  First up, a staple of ring training – the Ring Dip. Three common variations shown.
  
  
• Hopper Dips
  Looking for a challenge? Try the plyometric Hopper Dips shown here.
  
  
• Korean Dips
  Here’s another great way to test yourself – the Korean Dip.
  
  
• Band Assisted Dips
  If you’re just starting out, here’s a simple way to work up to the full bodyweight version. Just add bands.
  
  
• Swinging Dips to 45 Degrees
  Finally, try these. Yep, they’re hard.
  
  

Further reading

Want more? Take a look at these :

• DIY Hanging Handles
  No rings? Build yourself some hanging handles. Kat explains how.
• Building a Dip Station
  If you’ve ever considered building your own dip station, watch this. Brilliant video.

There’s also an incredible array of articles and videos on this site. Use the search box at the top of each page, or send me an email.