Dips would be a great exercise to add to your routine, as they are an excellent exercise to isolate the lower and outer pectorals. Start by finding the dipping bars in your gym. Grasp the bars so your palms are facing each other. Jump up to support yourself at straight arms’ length above the bars, your torso hanging down from your shoulders. Bend your legs at 90-degree angles, cross your ankles, place your chin on your chest, and angle your torso forward, hips to the rear. Keeping your torso at an incline, slowly bend your arms and allow your body to sink down towards the bars. Without bouncing in the bottom position, slowly reverse the motion and return to the starting position. It is important to perform a full range of motion but be sure to stop if any discomfort is experienced. This is an advanced exercise and should only be performed if you have a sufficient strength base.

Shaun Karp is a certified personal trainer in Vancouver. For further information call his office at 604-420-7800.