Ring Archer Push-Up
Challenge your strength and stability with the Ring Archer Push-Up! A demanding progression from push-ups, build upper body power.
Required Equipment
Muscle Groups
Primary
Secondary
Instructions
1. Set up the gymnastic rings: Adjust the rings at a height where you can suspend yourself above the ground with arms fully extended while in a push-up position.
2. Grip the rings and get into position: Assume a standard push-up position with your feet together and body in a straight line, ensuring the rings are directly beneath your shoulders.
3. Engage core and maintain body position: Squeeze your glutes and engage your core to keep a rigid body line throughout the exercise.
4. Lower your body on one side: Slowly lower your body on one side by bending your elbow, and keep the opposite arm straight, mimicking the drawing of a bow in archery.
5. Lower until chest nearly touches the hand: Continue lowering until your chest is near the hand of the bent arm, keeping the other arm extended out.
6. Push back to start position: Use the muscles on the bent-arm side to press back up to starting position.
7. Switch sides and repeat: Once at the top, switch sides and perform the exercise on the opposite arm.
8. Continue alternating sides: Alternate sides for the desired number of repetitions, maintaining control and stability of the rings throughout.
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