One Arm Cable KickBack vs Dips Machine
Which one fits your Triceps workout plan?
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Planfit users log Dips Machine more often — 3,256 sessions vs 599. Compare Triceps form, muscles worked, and when to use each.
Compare the benefits of One Arm Cable KickBack and Dips Machine and pick the one that fits your Triceps workout.
One Arm Cable KickBack vs Dips Machine: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log Dips Machine more often — 3,256 sessions compared to 599 for One Arm Cable KickBack.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. One Arm Cable KickBack and Dips Machine differ in the muscles they work, the equipment they need, and how hard they are to learn — the comparison below covers each.
How One Arm Cable KickBack and Dips Machine Differ
| What differs | One Arm Cable KickBack | Dips Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | triceps | chest, triceps, back, and front delts |
| Machine type | cable-driven | pin-loaded |
| One side at a time | Yes | No |
| Difficulty | 5 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 599 sessions | 3,256 sessions |
How to Do One Arm Cable KickBack
One Arm Cable KickBack Muscles Worked: Triceps
Form
- 1. Keep your elbow fixed and push your arm back to straighten it.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position while bearing the weight.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your elbows flare out.
- 2. Please be careful not to overextend your arms.
For a full One Arm Cable KickBack guide with alternatives and benefits, see the One Arm Cable KickBack exercise guide.
How to Do Dips Machine
Dips Machine Muscles Worked: Triceps
Form
- 1. Grip the handle tightly and push down.
- 2. Slowly return to the starting position while bearing the weight.
Coach's Tips
- 1. Please be careful not to let your elbows flare out.
- 2. Please be careful not to extend your arms excessively.
For a full Dips Machine guide with alternatives and benefits, see the Dips Machine exercise guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better for Triceps, One Arm Cable KickBack or Dips Machine?
Planfit users log Dips Machine more often — 3,256 sessions against 599 for One Arm Cable KickBack. Both train Triceps, so pick the one that matches the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do One Arm Cable KickBack and Dips Machine work the same muscles?
Not quite. One Arm Cable KickBack loads triceps, and Dips Machine loads chest, triceps, back, and front delts.
What equipment do One Arm Cable KickBack and Dips Machine need?
One Arm Cable KickBack needs a machine, and Dips Machine needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Dips Machine is the easier place to start. Move to One Arm Cable KickBack once your form holds up.
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