One Arm Dumbbell KickBack vs Dips Machine
Which one fits your Triceps workout plan?
Contents
Dips Machine works multiple joints at once, One Arm Dumbbell KickBack isolates — difficulty 1 of 5 vs 2. See which fits your Triceps day.
Compare the benefits of One Arm Dumbbell KickBack and Dips Machine and pick the one that fits your Triceps workout.
One Arm Dumbbell KickBack vs Dips Machine: Which Do Planfit Users Choose?
Based on randomly selected data from 1 million completed workouts, Planfit users log One Arm Dumbbell KickBack more often — 6,330 sessions compared to 3,256 for Dips Machine.
What most people do isn't always what fits you. One Arm Dumbbell 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 Dumbbell KickBack and Dips Machine Differ
| What differs | One Arm Dumbbell KickBack | Dips Machine |
|---|---|---|
| Muscles worked | triceps | chest, triceps, back, and front delts |
| Equipment | a dumbbell | a machine |
| One side at a time | Yes | No |
| Difficulty | 2 of 5 | 1 of 5 |
| Sessions logged by Planfit users | 6,330 sessions | 3,256 sessions |
How to Do One Arm Dumbbell KickBack
One Arm Dumbbell 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 Dumbbell KickBack guide with alternatives and benefits, see the One Arm Dumbbell 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 Dumbbell KickBack or Dips Machine?
Neither is clearly ahead — Planfit users log both at a similar rate. They both train Triceps, so the choice comes down to the equipment you have and the muscles you want to load.
Do One Arm Dumbbell KickBack and Dips Machine work the same muscles?
Not quite. One Arm Dumbbell KickBack loads triceps, and Dips Machine loads chest, triceps, back, and front delts.
What equipment do One Arm Dumbbell KickBack and Dips Machine need?
One Arm Dumbbell KickBack needs a dumbbell, and Dips Machine needs a machine.
Which is easier to start with?
Dips Machine is the easier place to start. Move to One Arm Dumbbell KickBack once your form holds up.
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