Chest Dip (On Dip Pull Up Cage)

A beginner chest movement targeting the pectoralis major sternal head, using body weight.

Targets
Pectoralis Major Sternal Head
Also works
Deltoid Anterior, Latissimus Dorsi, Levator Scapulae, Pectoralis Major Clavicular Head
Equipment
Body weight
Level
Beginner
Start with
3 × 10-12, 60s rest

Where this fits in a week

Dietly scores one photo a week out of 100, names the area holding the score back, and builds the week around it — so a movement like this gets programmed when your pectoralis major sternal head is what needs the work, not because it was next on a list.

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Demonstration courtesy of Gym Visual. Sets and reps are a starting point, not a prescription. Speak to a qualified professional before starting a new exercise program, particularly if you are managing an injury or a health condition.