As I noted when I did the triceps extension challenge, these muscles are naturally bigger than the biceps, so if you want to build up your arms, you need to work both sides of the upper arm. This move, also known as the bench dip, is among the best and most precise exercises for targeting the triceps and improving overall arm strength. And it offers a few welcome surprises, too.
The triceps dip is a no-nonsense body-weight exercise. As the name suggests, it primarily targets your triceps, but it will also work your pectoral (chest) muscles and the front part of your shoulders — your anterior deltoids. It’s a popular move, not only because it’s fairly straightforward in terms of form, but also because it can be done on a park bench or, really, any suitably raised surface.
