06/09/2026
WEIGHTED DIPS 💪
Weighted dips are arguably one of the king exercises for upper-body pushing strength.
They’re brilliant for building your chest, shoulders and triceps, but they also develop something just as important for calisthenics — mobility, stability and control.
One of the biggest advantages of dips is how easy they are to progressively overload. You’ll never really outgrow the movement.
Whether you’re a beginner using a band for assistance or an advanced athlete adding serious amounts of weight, dips can continue to challenge you.
They’re also incredibly versatile depending on your goal:
🏋️ Building size:
Aim for around 8–12 reps and 4–6 sets, focusing on accumulating plenty of quality volume.
💪 Building strength:
Work around 3–6 reps for 3–5 sets, using heavier resistance and longer rest periods.
Weighted dips are an exercise we spend a lot of time working on with our students because these fundamental movements form the foundation of calisthenics strength.
Get the basics right, build control and progressively overload them — and it’ll pay dividends as you progress to more advanced skills.
what is your dip PB?
Leave it in the comments.