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Chest Dip (on dip pull-up cage)

Expert Advice

Lean slightly forward during the dip to better target the chest muscles, while keeping your movements slow and controlled.

How-to-do Steps

  1. Grip the parallel bars and hoist yourself up to the starting position.
  2. Lean your torso slightly forward.
  3. Lower your body until your shoulders are just below your elbows.
  4. Push yourself back up to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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Muscles Worked

Chest Dip (on dip pull-up cage) primarily targets the Chest, with Strength mechanics using Special Bar. Understanding muscle activation patterns helps you focus on proper engagement and maximize training effectiveness.

Primary
Chest
Chest40%
Secondary
Shoulders
Shoulders15%
Lats
Lats15%
Traps
Traps15%
Triceps
Triceps15%
Equipment
Special Bar
Special Bar
Exercise Type
Strength
40%Chest15%Shoulders15%Lats15%Traps15%Triceps

Sets & Reps Guidance

Beginner3 x 10-12
Intermediate4 x 8-10
Advanced4 x 6-8

Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Chest Dip (on dip pull-up cage) work?
Chest Dip (on dip pull-up cage) primarily targets the Chest. Secondary muscles involved include Shoulders, Lats, Traps, Triceps. It is classified as a Strength exercise performed with Special Bar.
How many sets and reps should I do for Chest Dip (on dip pull-up cage)?
For beginners, start with 3 sets of 10-12. Intermediate lifters can do 4 sets of 8-10. Advanced athletes can push to 4 sets of 6-8. Adjust based on your goals and recovery capacity.
Is Chest Dip (on dip pull-up cage) suitable for beginners?
Chest Dip (on dip pull-up cage) is rated as intermediate difficulty. Beginners may want to start with lighter loads or simpler variations and progress to this exercise as their strength and coordination improve.