Korean Dips

What it is

This advanced calisthenics movement significantly challenges your upper body strength and mobility. You will perform a deep, rotational dip, extending your range of motion far beyond a traditional dip. It primarily targets your triceps and anterior deltoids, with strong engagement from your pectoralis major and stabilizing back muscles.

Technique tips

• Initiate the movement by rotating your hips forward and dropping your shoulders deep below the bars.
• Maintain a strong, active shoulder position; avoid collapsing at the bottom.
• Keep your core engaged throughout the entire exercise for stability.
• Push through your hands and extend your triceps fully at the top.
• Control the eccentric phase; do not rush the descent.
• Ensure adequate shoulder mobility before attempting this advanced movement.

How to track your progress

Log reps, and add the extra load if you wear a belt or a vest. Straddly counts your bodyweight in the estimated max, so added weight and extra reps both show up as progress, and new records are flagged during the session.