Ring Pushups

Description:

Ring Pushups are exercises that activate your upper body and core muscles.  Similar to standard pushups, ensure that the lower back remains straight and that the head stays in a neutral position.  A set of low rings is required for this exercise – otherwise a block can be used to make sure that the feet are at the same height as the hands.  Scale by performing standard pushups on the floor.

Process:

• begin in a plank position on the rings
• engage core and ensure that shoulders are stacked over the elbows and hands
• while maintaining a straight back and neutral head position, bend elbows to descend the body
• continue to descend body until chest is in line with the middle of the rings
• maintain a tight core and extend elbows by pushing down on the rings and return to starting position