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7 DIY Dip Bar Ideas

  • By Kate Moore
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A tricep dip station is the perfect accessory to add to your home gym. Whether you are a beginner, or advanced athlete, this exercise can be modified for any fitness level.

You can purchase a dip bar attachment to fit an existing rack, or buy a standalone version. But in this article we’re going to present some ideas to build your own DIY dip station using inexpensive materials.

We’ll also show you how to make a dip station on a budget using objects that you already own. 

Tricep Dip Bar Ideas On A Budget

Fortunately, triceps dips are easy to perform even without equipment. You can complete reps on a park bench, on your couch, with a freestanding pull up bar, between two chairs, or two even surfaces.

performing tricep dips on a park bench

Advanced Athletes

There are all sorts of modifications you can do to make tricep dips more difficult. For starters, placing your feet on a box or holding an L-sit during the exercise will make it instantly more difficult.

One of the most advanced variations you can do is perform tricep dips on a pair of rings or set of TRX bands.

Buy A Dip Station

If do-it-yourself projects are not your forte, or if you want something to match the rest of your home gym, consider purchasing a pre-built dip station.

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cheapest tricep dip stand for a home gym build
ProsourceFit
  • Bars adjustable up to 31" high
  • Supports up to 400 pounds
  • Powder coated, iron bars
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power dip station for a home gym
CityBirds
  • Dip bar and pull up station
  • 14-gauge heavy steel frame
  • Supports up to 400 pounds
  • Multi-functional
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