Tricep Ball Dips

The traditional tricep dip can be done almost anywhere and on anything and is great for toning up the back of the arms. However, for a bit of a change why not try doing them on the stability ball? You will find that because the ball is unstable beneath your hands you will really be working additional muscles alongside your triceps. A lot of shoulder stabilising muscles will come into play as well as your core muscles.

1) Sit on the ball and place your hands on the ball besides your hips.
2) Shift your feet forward slightly and move your bum off the ball.
3) Once your hips are clear of the ball, bend your elbows and lower your hips downwards.
4) At the bottom of the movement press into the ball, straighten your arms and bring your hips back up.

The first couple of times you try this just hold the hips forward position with straight arms and get used to the feel of it. Believe me, just holding your bum off the ball will work you out if you have never done it before. When you do start the dips keep your feet and bum close to the ball. This will keep it easier. When you are ready for something a bit trickier, move your feet further forward or even straighten your legs.