I used to use two tables near each other for dipping, but my shoulders don't like the way I'm holding them. Does anyone have (preferably cheap) idea to be able to dip at home? I want to be able to hold my palms toward my body, unless someone can tell me a better way.

I do NOT want to do bench dips, they screw up my shoulders big time. I might as well do real dips.

Thanks!

You could build a cheap dip station with some wood and galvanized pipe from home depot. That's what I plan to do later this summer. I think it will only cost $30 - $50 and I estimate it will hold hundreds of pounds.

My pullup bar is super strong and its just a 48" x 1.25" (l x diam) galvanized pipe.

I think you'd need:
4" x 4" x 3-1/2' (h x w x l) wood, qty 4 ($8 - $12)
24" x 1.25" galvanized pipe, qty 3 ($6 - $8)
1.25" galvanized pipe joints, qty 6 (not the right name, but what will hold the pipe to the wood) ($6 - $10)

some sort of support base board(s) - maybe a 30" x 30" x 1/2" plywood, or 3 2"x4"x26" boards between the base.. whatever makes the base secure ($5)

So, pretty cheap for a solid dip station for right around 30 - 40. It could probably hold 400+ lbs. Portable, too!

P.S. You may want some white and black spray paint to make it look professional. :P

Reading the title to this thread I couldn't help but think:

"Copenhagen, makes me feel so good.
Copenhagen, the way I know it should.
I put a little chew in my mouth,
go spittin' and slobberin' all 'round the house.
Copenhagen, makes me feel so good."

'dip' between the washer and dryer if ur not one of those poor souls who have to use the laundry mat

My pullup bar is super strong and its just a 48" x 1.25" (l x diam) galvanized pipe. (...)

So, pretty cheap for a solid dip station for right around 30 - 40. It could probably hold 400+ lbs. Portable, too!

P.S. You may want some white and black spray paint to make it look professional. :P

I'll keep this solution in mind! I'm going to try the two tables method for one last time, see if my healed shoulders can take it (but I'm sure as hell not going to try tricep dips). If that doesn't work well, I'm going to find a kids' playground where I can do them parallel, to see if that doesn't hurt. Pity if I build the whole thing and it's useless because of my shoulders.

I just want to my dips, is that too much too ask? :rolleyes:

Dead-Head: ;)

I used to use two tables near each other for dipping, but my shoulders don't like the way I'm holding them. Does anyone have (preferably cheap) idea to be able to dip at home? I want to be able to hold my palms toward my body, unless someone can tell me a better way.

I do NOT want to do bench dips, they screw up my shoulders big time. I might as well do real dips.

Thanks!
I've never personally tried it, but I know a guy who does dips between two sturdy chairs, and to get the proper feel & grip, he uses pushup bars.

Might be an idea for you to try :confused:

I've never personally tried it, but I know a guy who does dips between two sturdy chairs, and to get the proper feel & grip, he uses pushup bars.

Might be an idea for you to try :confused:

Sounds EXACTLY like what I need, GREAT idea! :cool:

I did my dips on two tables again, and I feel it a bit in my left shoulder. :rolleyes:
I hope I won't have that problem with the pushup bars.

Now to find me some. :-)

I used to use two tables near each other for dipping, but my shoulders don't like the way I'm holding them. Does anyone have (preferably cheap) idea to be able to dip at home? I want to be able to hold my palms toward my body, unless someone can tell me a better way.

I do NOT want to do bench dips, they screw up my shoulders big time. I might as well do real dips.

Thanks!


I bought a walker at a thrift store for $4, the spacing of the handles is just right for dips.

I bought a walker at a thrift store for $4, the spacing of the handles is just right for dips.

Lol, that is hilarious, but I guess it works :lol: :lol:

I bought a walker at a thrift store for $4, the spacing of the handles is just right for dips.

That's f*ckin' brilliant. Next time I see one of those I'm grabbing it... I pity the old woman who will be using it at the time...

I have squat rack and I place 2 2x4s across the safety bars and dip away.

in my previous post about using 2x4s i forgot to mention that you should put duct tape around the boards where your grip would be to avoid splinters.

man, i get in my car ... travel to the nearest track... isnt that far... and use thier dipping bars... then i travel back home and continue my upper chest/bicep lifting. sux... but im seeing some good improvement on the outer top part of my pecks.

You could build a cheap dip station with some wood and galvanized pipe from home depot. That's what I plan to do later this summer. I think it will only cost $30 - $50 and I estimate it will hold hundreds of pounds.

My pullup bar is super strong and its just a 48" x 1.25" (l x diam) galvanized pipe.

I think you'd need:
4" x 4" x 3-1/2' (h x w x l) wood, qty 4 ($8 - $12)
24" x 1.25" galvanized pipe, qty 3 ($6 - $8)
1.25" galvanized pipe joints, qty 6 (not the right name, but what will hold the pipe to the wood) ($6 - $10)

some sort of support base board(s) - maybe a 30" x 30" x 1/2" plywood, or 3 2"x4"x26" boards between the base.. whatever makes the base secure ($5)

So, pretty cheap for a solid dip station for right around 30 - 40. It could probably hold 400+ lbs. Portable, too!

P.S. You may want some white and black spray paint to make it look professional. :P


For protability and those with limited space, how about setting the post in a 5 gallon bucket and quick dry cement? The buckets can be had for free if you or someone you know uses the Costco laundry soap. They can also be bought for a few bucks at most hardware stores.

Speaking of dipracks..just built one this weekend out of some 2x4's ans half-inch plywood I had laying around. Didn't take very long. Right now I'm doing bodyweight dips on it (212lbs). I may beef it up a bit if Idecide to go for weighted dips. If I had the camera and the expertise I'd post a pic of it. estimate total cost to be about 20 bucks U.S.

Lol, that is hilarious, but I guess it works :lol: :lol:

hehe when I visit Grandma on Sunday I willl check it out :D

For protability and those with limited space, how about setting the post in a 5 gallon bucket and quick dry cement? The buckets can be had for free if you or someone you know uses the Costco laundry soap. They can also be bought for a few bucks at most hardware stores.

That might work, but it would be heavy which would hurt the portability.

Of course, how portable does a dip station really need to be?

I use a right angle corner on my kitchen worktops. One hand on each worktop. You can vary width of arms depending on how far u move from the corner (if that makes any sense).

It is not the best method for grip (my hands are in a sort of press up style position) but it does allow me to utilise an exisiting feature of my home.

I am only in my fifth week of training and did'nt want to spend much money until i am further into it so just look around the home and garden for suitable areas.

Like all the other ideas though especially the walker!

Buy 2 cheap folding chairs (will only be like $5-8 a chair at Wal-Mart). Dip between them folding you legs back. Depending on which way you have the chairs turned will determine whether you are targeting your chest or tri's.

I used to use two tables near each other for dipping, but my shoulders don't like the way I'm holding them. Does anyone have (preferably cheap) idea to be able to dip at home? I want to be able to hold my palms toward my body, unless someone can tell me a better way.

I do NOT want to do bench dips, they screw up my shoulders big time. I might as well do real dips.

Thanks!




I like all the ideas very much, I have dipped between two chairs, kitchen counter tops, between a washer and dryer. Since I got the walker I think I like the feel of it the best. It is very light so you could take it with you if you wanted. They have some walkers that fold up which would really make them versatile to take on trips etc.

Speaking of dipracks..just built one this weekend out of some 2x4's ans half-inch plywood I had laying around. Didn't take very long. Right now I'm doing bodyweight dips on it (212lbs). I may beef it up a bit if Idecide to go for weighted dips. If I had the camera and the expertise I'd post a pic of it. estimate total cost to be about 20 bucks U.S.

What did you use for handles?

I built my dipstation last night. I tested it up to 280 lbs and it had no wobble. I think it could easily hold 400 lbs and maybe more. I didn't feel the need to test it further, but I may just to find out how secure it is.

Overall, the cost was right at $50. It took about two hours to build, maybe a little less. I think I could put it together in under 1 now.

Here's what you need:
Qty - Part - Cost
2 - 4"x4"x8' treated posts - $8 each
7 - Cedar 1"x4"x48" fence boards- $1 each
2 - 1" x 24" galvanized or iron pipe - $4 each
4 - 1" galvanized floor flange - $3 each
44 - #12 1-1/2" Wood Screws - $5 total
1 - 1-1/2" or 2" Nail - $0

Total: $48 before tax

I didn't use overly exact measurements, but here's how I did it:

1. Cut the treated posts into four 4"x4"x41-1/2" posts.

2. Mount one floor flange on each the treated posts so the pipe will rest at 39" (this was perfect for my basement). The top of the flange sits at about 40-5/8".

3. Attach each pipe at both ends so you have the two dip bars now.

4. Stand up the bars and measure so the bars are standing about 24" - 26" apart (where your hands are comfortable).

5. Take 2 fence boards and measure them out as the back horizontal supports between the two dip bars. Mine came out to roughly 29". Cut them equally, and then screw them on the back. These help keep the posts from pushing out away from you when dipping.

6. The trickiest step. Take two more fence boards and cut them the same as the fence boards in step 5 (roughly 29"). These are going on the feet of the posts. For now, set them on the ground and put the dip station on the posts. One board goes from rear post to rear post, and the other goes from front post to front post. Take the time to align it right. We will screw these in during step 8.

7. Take 2 fence boards and measure them out as side horizontal supports (parallel to the dip bars). The distance between the posts at the base should be the same distance as between the posts where the dip bars are attached (25" for me). Measure this out and mark the boards. Cut the boards and screw them on the outside of the dip station. These supports help the lower bars from pushing away from each other when under dipping pressure. They also serve as extra floor contacts.

8. Lay the dip station its back. Screw the feet into each foot as they were laid out in step 6. Make sure the distances are correct. Everything should be flush and tight for stability. These boards help keep the sides from pushing out.

9. Put the dip station back upright. Measure (and cut) a fence board for the back that goes from the lower right to the upper left (or vice-versa). Cut the board so it will stay flush. Screw the board on. This board will kill any possible wobble that could make you nervous.

10. Put it in position where it will stay, and add a second screw to each board for extra stability. Make sure to use all the screw holes in the flanges. I set mine flush against a wall, even though it can stand alone.

11. Add a nail to one of the sides of the rear posts. This is where you can put your backpack or dip belt for storage.

At this point you are done, so test it out!

I'll try to take a picture so you can all see what I'm talking about in each step. It's actually very easy to put together and very secure.

Thanks for the info dude. I will be looking into it. :tucool: