Skin The Cat With Olympic Rings
Builds strength and muscle in the lats, shoulders
BackAdvancedStrengthPull
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: Lats, shoulders. Secondary: Core, forearms |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Back |
| Difficulty | Advanced |
| Type | Strength · Pull |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 5-8 reps |
| Estimated calories burned | ~45 kcal |
How to do it
- Step 1: Set up in the starting position with core braced
- Step 2: Move through the full range with control, targeting the lats, shoulders
- Step 3: Pause briefly and squeeze at the hardest point
- Step 4: Return slowly under control
- Step 5: Complete all reps, then switch sides if single-sided
Equipment
- Olympic rings optional
Coaching tips
Benefits
Builds strength and muscle in the lats, shoulders
Common mistakes
Swinging the body for momentum
Make it harder
Slow the tempo or add resistance
Make it easier
Reduce the load or range of motion
Breathing
Exhale on effort, inhale on the return
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