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Rings

A workout for the rings.

The key to building muscle is to make each rep as hard as possible. this is done by using a controlled eccentric (lengthening), pausing between reps, and using a full range of motion. You should strive to make each rep as perfect as possible.

A lot of people think basic bodyweight exercises are not worth their time; that they can only make progress if it's an hour spent at the gym. If you think you are above push-ups, try doing 20 "perfect" pushups. It's extremely humbling.

When done like this, your rep count will certainly drop. But this is good news! It means you have so much more room to grow in this basic movement.

For so many people 8-10 pull-ups with great form is tough! 3 sets of that and you're cooked (in a good way). You will work the muscles hard and make

Building a solid fitness foundation using fundamental bodyweight movements will enable ANYTHING else you'd like to pursue.

Why Rings?

  • One piece of equipment for a full workout
  • Works stabilizing muscles
  • Allows for a wide range of motion naturally
  • Encourages time spent outdoors
  • Scales to your ability

The workout

Exercise

Volume

Pull-Ups

3x6-12

Dips

3x6-12

Pistol Squats (assisted if needed)

3x6-10 (each side)

Push-Ups

3x8-14

Rows

3x8-14