#exercises for obliques

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Are dips more effective than push-ups?

The debate between dips and push-ups often centers around their effectiveness in building upper body strength and muscle mass. Both exercises are valuable and offer unique benefits, but determining which is more effective depends on individual fitness goals and how each exercise is integrated into a workout routine. Here’s an in-depth comparison:

Understanding the Mechanics and Benefits of Dips

Dips are a compound exercise primarily targeting the triceps, chest, and shoulders. They can be performed using parallel bars, a dip station, or even the edge of a bench for bench dips. The vertical pushing motion of dips allows for a greater range of motion compared to horizontal pressing movements like push-ups, enabling deeper muscle activation. This increased range of motion can lead to more significant muscle growth, particularly in the chest and triceps.

Understanding the Mechanics and Benefits of Push-Ups

Push-Ups are a foundational bodyweight exercise that targets the chest, triceps, shoulders, and core. The horizontal pressing movement of push-ups requires stabilization from the entire body, making it a more comprehensive exercise for overall muscle endurance and core strength. Push-ups are highly versatile, with numerous variations that can target different muscle groups and increase difficulty.

Comparing Muscle Activation

Dips for Muscle Activation

Triceps: Dips are one of the most effective exercises for triceps development. The vertical pushing motion places a significant load on the triceps, particularly when the elbows are kept close to the body.

Chest: Leaning forward during dips can increase chest activation, making them an effective exercise for pectoral development.

Shoulders: The shoulders are engaged to stabilize the movement, particularly the anterior deltoids.

Push-Ups for Muscle Activation

Chest: Push-ups are excellent for targeting the pectoral muscles. Variations like wide-grip push-ups can emphasize chest engagement.

Triceps: Close-grip push-ups place more emphasis on the triceps, similar to the effect of dips.

Core: Push-ups require significant core stabilization to maintain proper body alignment, providing an additional workout for the abs and lower back.

Benefits of Dips for Strength and Muscle Building

Increased Range of Motion: The greater range of motion in dips can lead to enhanced muscle activation and growth, particularly in the chest and triceps.

Higher Load Potential: Dips allow for the addition of external weight (e.g., using a weight belt), making it possible to progressively overload the muscles more effectively than with bodyweight push-ups.

Muscle Hypertrophy: The ability to add weight and the deeper range of motion make dips particularly effective for muscle hypertrophy in the upper body.

Benefits of Push-Ups for Endurance and Stabilization

Core Engagement: Push-ups engage the core muscles to maintain stability and proper form, providing a more comprehensive workout that includes the abs and lower back.

Accessibility: Push-ups can be performed anywhere without any equipment, making them highly accessible and convenient for all fitness levels.

Joint Health: Push-ups place less stress on the shoulder joints compared to dips, which can be beneficial for those with shoulder issues or recovering from injuries.

Advanced Variations and Progressive Overload

Advanced Dip Variations

Weighted Dips: Adding a weight belt or wearing a weighted vest increases resistance, promoting greater muscle growth and strength.

Bench Dips: Using a bench for dips can be an excellent modification for beginners or those focusing on triceps isolation.

Advanced Push-Up Variations

Plyometric Push-Ups: Explosive push-ups that involve leaving the ground can enhance power and fast-twitch muscle fiber engagement.

Decline Push-Ups: Elevating the feet increases the intensity and shifts more focus to the upper chest and shoulders.

One-Arm Push-Ups: These push-ups challenge balance and significantly increase the load on each arm, promoting unilateral strength and muscle symmetry.

Combining Dips and Push-Ups for Optimal Results

For the best results, incorporating both dips and push-ups into your workout routine can provide a well-rounded upper body workout. Here are some strategies to combine these exercises effectively:

Supersetting: Perform dips followed immediately by push-ups to maximize muscle fatigue and growth.

Circuit Training: Include dips and push-ups in a circuit to improve cardiovascular endurance and overall muscle conditioning.

Balanced Routine: Alternate between dips and push-ups throughout the week to ensure balanced muscle development and prevent overuse injuries.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Improper Form: Using incorrect form in either exercise can lead to injuries and reduce their effectiveness. Focus on maintaining proper alignment and controlled movements.

Overtraining: Excessive frequency without adequate rest can lead to overtraining and muscle fatigue. Ensure balanced training and recovery.

Lack of Variation: Sticking to only one type of push-up or dip variation can lead to plateaus. Mix up your routine to continually challenge your muscles and promote growth.

Conclusion

Both dips and push-ups are highly effective exercises for building upper body strength and muscle. Dips offer a greater range of motion and higher load potential, making them excellent for building triceps and chest strength. Push-ups provide comprehensive muscle engagement and core stabilization, making them a versatile and accessible exercise. The best approach is to incorporate both exercises into your routine, leveraging their unique benefits to achieve a well-rounded upper body workout. By focusing on proper form, progressive overload, and balanced training, you can maximize the effectiveness of both dips and push-ups, leading to improved strength, muscle growth, and overall fitness.

[tj-crochets]

Hey y'all! I am thinking about trying to get back in the habit of hitting the punching bag* more regularly, both because I used to love practicing martial arts and because I am hoping it will help turn slow tigers into fast tigers with this one neat trick** What music do you suggest to hit/kick a punching bag to? So far the best song I've found for it tempo-wise is "I Was Made For Loving You" by Kiss, because the drums/bass work really well to keep me from going too fast*** *once again I am confused about what verb to use for that. Kicking? Attacking? Practicing with???? **aka that one post about ending a physiological stress response by tricking your brain into thinking you'd defeated a short term stressor like a tiger ***because of the sodium Georg issues my heart likes to go fast and if I punch too much too fast it goes too fast and then I have to sit down and the metaphorical tigers win the fight lol

[holodeckprotocols]

i've been slowly making my way through yellowjackets as my morning workout TV show and wait what do you mean jackie is like for real dead and it wasn't even a cool death. huh???

[thefreckledgymrat]

Crunch machine but make it ✨s p i c y✨

35lbs x 15 reps makes me struggle in such a good way

[krishnickfitness]

Bent Over Twists for Stronger Obliques at Home #shorts

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Malaika Arora's Full Body HIIT Routine Will Help You Burn Fat At Home | Watch

Last Updated:May 26, 2025, 18:38 IST Malaika Arora took to her Instagram to share an intense full-body HIIT workout routine. Her routine included burpees, ballistic rows, standing oblique crunches, and so much more. Malaika suggests to perform each exercise for 45 seconds with a 35 second rest. Keeping up with her tradition of sharing some easy-to-follow home workouts on her social media,…

[iyiadebizz]

The Best Exercises to Slim Your Waist Fast

Achieving a slimmer waist involves more than just targeting one area of your body. It requires a combination of core-focused workouts, a balanced diet, and consistent effort. This guide will walk you through effective strategies to help you reach your fitness goals quickly and efficiently. Core workouts, such as planks and bicycle crunches, strengthen your abdominal muscles and improve…

[racke7]

Does my spine feel better? Not really? I can still feel it flare up at times. The main reason I don't think about my spine that much, is because my spine has always been a stiffening-pain.

It hurts to move, it hurts to lie still, but in between those two it's basically just an "oof"-situation.

Comparatively? The pain in my ribs is a "something terrible has happened" kind of stabbing-pain.

So if I wake up with spine-pain i just use my arms to drag me out of bed, and then I'm... mostly fine? As long as I don't lie back down, I'm safe for forever.

And if I wake up with this rib-pain? I can't use my entire left side. I can't use it because all of those muscles are locked down in "holy shit this hurts"-mode. And I can barely use my right side, because that causes "twisting" which stretches out those in-pain muscles. And they fucking hate that.

So, it hurts to remain still, it hurts to move, and it's all this stabbing pain that borders on actual cramping-up.

So, even if I wake up with my spine-pain? If I also wake up with my rib-pain? Then my rib-pain takes priority. It's hard to notice that stiffening pain underneath the sharp agony.

Which isn't really a big deal, right? I only get the rib-pain when I sit in front of the computer, right? It hasn't spontaneously migrated to instead trigger from lying down in my fucking bed, right?

Right?

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Oblique Workout

Effective Oblique Workouts for a Stronger Core

When it comes to achieving a well-defined core, incorporating oblique workouts is essential. The oblique muscles, which run along the sides of your abdomen, play a crucial role in trunk rotation and lateral flexion. Strengthening these muscles not only enhances your physique but also improves your overall stability and athletic performance. Here are some highly effective oblique workouts you can incorporate into your fitness routine.

Side Plank with Hip Dips The side plank is a powerful exercise for targeting the obliques. By adding hip dips, you increase the intensity and engage the muscles even more. To perform this exercise, lie on your side with your legs straight and prop yourself up on one forearm. Lower your hip to the floor and then lift it back up, engaging your obliques. Repeat for 30 seconds on each side.

Russian Twists Russian twists are excellent for rotational strength and endurance. Sit on the floor with your knees bent and lean back slightly. Hold a weight or a medicine ball, and twist your torso from side to side, tapping the floor beside you with the weight. Perform this exercise for one minute, ensuring you keep your core engaged throughout.

Bicycle Crunches Bicycle crunches effectively target both the obliques and the rectus abdominis. Lie on your back with your hands behind your head and your legs lifted. Alternate bringing your opposite elbow to your knee, mimicking a pedaling motion. Continue for one minute, maintaining controlled movements to maximize muscle engagement.

Standing Side Crunch This standing exercise is great for targeting the obliques while improving balance. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and lift one knee to the side while bringing the corresponding elbow down to meet it. Alternate sides for one minute.

Windshield Wipers Windshield wipers are a challenging exercise that requires core strength and control. Lie on your back with your legs straight up and your arms out to the sides. Lower your legs to one side in a controlled motion, then bring them back to the center and lower to the other side. Perform 15 reps per side.

Incorporating these oblique workouts into your routine can help you build a stronger, more defined core. For more tips and exercises, check out our comprehensive guide on oblique workouts at Promixx.

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Discover the science-backed secrets to a solid trunk with our curated selection of oblique exercises. Strengthen your core muscles efficiently and effectively with various techniques, from classic V-sits and bicycle crunches to advanced abdominal bracing and targeted transverse oblique exercises. Whether you're a man or woman, a beginner, or a gym enthusiast, our comprehensive guide covers the best oblique exercises suited to various preferences and fitness levels. From home workouts to gym sessions, explore the diversity of options, including no-equipment exercises, cable routines, and kettlebell variations. Build a resilient core foundation with these evidence-based, results-driven oblique exercises for a healthier, stronger you.

[joelekm]

Mini Pilates Series | Core Burn | Align With Ali

This video is a targeted workout session designed to strengthen core muscles. Led by instructor Ali, the routine incorporates a range of Pilates exercises to engage various core muscles, such as the abs, obliques, and lower back. The pace is deliberately slow and relaxing, catering to both beginners and individuals seeking a low-impact workout. Whether you're looking to build core strength or prefer a gentler exercise routine, this video offers a well-rounded approach to enhancing your core muscles.

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Tried to write something Deranged™ and Fucked Up™ and ended up with one character describing at length how excited they are over the idea of listening to their spouse talking about a book they like.

[iyiadebizz]

Supercharge Your Core: The Best Exercise for External Obliques

Having a strong core is key for fitness. Targeting the external obliques is important for balance and fitness1. Exercises like the Copenhagen side plank and oblique crunches boost stability and balance1. A strong core, including the external obliques, is vital for fitness and can be achieved through exercises that target all core muscles, not just the abs2. Exercises that target the core…

[artisanalpeanutbutter]

Finally starting to feel good about my shoulders but also FUUUUCK I need to work on my shoulders more

[literaryvein-reblogs]

just another list of "beautiful" words

for your next poem/story

Agelast - a person who never laughs

Afroth - in a state of lively or angry excitement

Apatheia - freedom or release from emotion or excitement

Biblioklept - one who steals books

Calendula - any of a small genus (Calendula) of yellow-rayed composite herbs of temperate regions

Deipnosophist - a person skilled in table talk

Ductile - easily led or influenced; capable of being fashioned into a new form

Eremitic - characterized by ascetic solitude in mode of life

Imbibe - to take in or up; to receive into the mind and retain

Intellection - the act of the intellect or exercise of the intellect; a synonym of thought and reasoning

Jentacular - pertaining to breakfast

Obliquity - deviation from moral rectitude or sound thinking; indirectness or deliberate obscurity of speech or conduct

Pernoctate - to stay up or out all night

Saccade - a small rapid jerky movement of the eye especially as it jumps from fixation on one point to another (as in reading)

Solitudinarian - a person who leads a secluded or solitary life

Solivagant - rambling alone; marked by solitary wandering

Troglodyte - a member of any of various peoples (as in antiquity) who lived or were reputed to live chiefly in caves

Umbrageous - inclined to take offense easily, belligerent

Variegated - having discrete markings of different colors

Vestige - a trace, mark, or visible sign left by something (such as an ancient city or a condition or practice) vanished or lost

If any of these words make their way into your next poem/story, please tag me, or leave a link in the replies. I would love to read them!

More: Lists of Beautiful Words ⚜ Word Lists ⚜ Writing Resources PDFs

[twinprime]

either my form was wrong (likely) or the exercises i picked weren’t quite targeting all the right muscle groups (also likely) but the good thing is that i worked out anyway and i survived the embarrassment 👍

sitting in my car hyping myself up to go into the gym and try new exercises. does it ever get easier or will i just always feel overwhelmingly embarrassed for trying new things at the gym