Standing Leaning Reach with Olympic Rings
Improves shoulder mobility, lat flexibility, and core stability using rings.
ShouldersIntermediateStrengthReach
At a glance
| Muscles worked | Primary: shoulders & lats. Secondary: core |
|---|---|
| Muscle group | Shoulders |
| Difficulty | Intermediate |
| Type | Strength · Reach |
| Sets & reps | 3 sets × 8-12 each side |
| Estimated calories burned | ~5 kcal |
How to do it
- Stand holding the rings with arms extended.
- Lean the body while reaching or shifting weight.
- Keep the core braced and shoulders active.
- Return to the starting position with control.
- Repeat for desired reps.
Equipment
- Olympic Rings
Coaching tips
Benefits
Improves shoulder mobility, lat flexibility, and core stability using rings.
Common mistakes
Avoid collapsing the supporting shoulder or overreaching.
Make it harder
Increase the lean or reach distance.
Make it easier
Reduce the range of the lean.
Breathing
Exhale as you reach, inhale as you return.
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