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Parallel bar support hold

Holding the top of the dip: arms straight, shoulders pressed down, body still. Builds shoulder stability before you start lowering.

Level
Basic
Equipment
Parallel bars
Measure
hold time
Tempo
isometric
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Technique

  1. Jump into support, elbows locked, shoulders away from the ears.
  2. Slight lean, abs braced, legs together.
  3. Breathe calmly, hold without shoulder shaking.

Common mistakes

  • Shoulders riding up to the ears: press the bars down.
  • Swinging the legs.
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