The Silver Fern

Yeah I gave it go with a backpack with giant ladybug on it but it held the weights ok! Was a bit optimistic with the weight on the dips and jumped right into 15kg and cranked some out but post workout started getting bad pains in elbow and back of my shoulder. Should have eased into the heavier weights like any other exericies but 15kgs didnt seem like much at the time! (It is!)

Thanks guys. Backpack good idea - I will 'borrow' my daughters kindy backpack (!) and see if I can stuff some plates in it. I have got the dip bars high up so the between knees is tricky. <br />
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I never thought about particular muscle emphasis on dips, will try leaning forward for some chest variety! Bart - I usually start the pullups slow and get a bit quicker during set - will see tonight about adding some pauses.

Hi guys, as per the subject when you want to increase the weight on your dips/pullups - are there good ghetto tricks for adding 10kg or something to your bodyweight? <br />
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I have tried holding a plate between the knees but that gets tricky when you're concentrating and i don't want to buy a weighted vest or belt attachment like they have in gyms. I work out at home so not worried about looking like moron!