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Isolated Tricep Dip

Isolated Tricep Dip	Contrary to what most people think, this exercise is indeed a tricep dip. Most people are under the impression that the Bench Tripcep Dip is a true dip when in fact, that exercise is simply a variation made for situations when you do not have the equipment to do this original exercise.
Description	Lift yourself until your arms are straight on the dip station. Elevate your legs and get into a sitting position. (Crossing your legs can help maintain this form.) Slowly lower yourself straight down until your forearms and upper arms form a 90 degree angle. Powerfully lift yourself back to the original position. Alternate Incline Dip Version: Perform the exercise in the same fashion except when you are lowering yourself allow your torso to come down and forward. This takes some of the stress off your shoulders and forces it on your chest.
Things to Keep in Mind	This is a difficult exercise if your a beginner. If your fall into this category focus on going down all the way and proper form rather than more reps.
Visual Aids	Proper Tricep Dip Form
Muscles Works	Triceps (Back of Arm) and Pectoralis Major (Chest).

Unweighted Calf Raise	This is a simple exercise that works your calves without any equipment. If done consistently this should help your explosiveness and vertical leap.
Description	The motion in this exercise is exactly the same as the motion in the Machine Calf Raise without the added machine weight on your shoulders. Alternate Single Leg Version: Perform the same motion as before but bend one knee, forcing the lift to be performed by only the right or left leg. Use a pole or use a wall to support and balance yourself.
Things to Keep in Mind	Place your toes on the edge of a stair to maximize the range of motion in this exercise. Keep your back straight and knees bent throughout the lift. Exploding upwards is a great way to increase your vertical leap
Visual Aids	Single Leg Calf Raise Form
Muscles Works	Gastrocnemius (calves).