Chest Dips

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lean forward with chest up, abs contracted, knees bent and slightly in front
keep shoulders as well as elbows pulled back / scapula retracted (no internal / external rotation of the shoulders throughout)
squeeze hands inwards / toward each other from start to finish (‘intent’)
when descending, ensure shoulders are pulled-back
come down and get a good stretch at the bottom – aim to form a 90º angle between triceps and elbows
from the bottom, pause and contract the pecs before beginning the ascent
when reaching the top, avoid locking shoulders – instead keep squeezing the hands towards each other.