Instructions

Set up the rings to the desired height. The rings should be no higher than your rib cage. The lower the rings are placed, the harder the exercise will be. In order to build strength, adjust the height of the rings so that you can perform 4-6 repetitions before your form breaks down.

1. Stand directly in front of the rings, with the rings touching your body.
2. Grip the rings about shoulder width apart.
3. Take one step back and then lean forward onto the rings. The rings should move forward slightly and you should be at an incline angle to the ground.
4. Starting with your arms straight and scapular engaged, lower your body in between the rings by bending your arms
5. Keep your elbows close to your sides as you descend, and stop once your chest is at the same level as your hands
6. Push back up to the starting position, keeping your elbows pointed backwards the entire time
7. Repeat from step 5 for the desired number of reps
   1. Typically repeat repetitions until your form breaks down or the exercise becomes to difficult to continue

Key points:

• Keep your body in line, tightening your core to help stabilize your body. You can get up onto the balls of your feet to help maintain balance.
• It’s okay if your hands/wrists are angle slightly, maintain a natural position with your hands as you perform the exercise