Weighted Ring Handstand Push-up
Muscle Groups: Shoulders, Triceps, Traps, Lats, Abs
Weighted Ring Handstand Push-up focuses on Shoulders, Triceps, Traps, Lats, Abs, with Obliques, Glutes, Forearm, Chest working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Ring Handstand Push-up with proper form and technique.
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Start in a handstand position with your feet on a wall for support and hold the rings with both hands, ensuring your body is straight and core is engaged.
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Lower your head towards the ground by bending your elbows while keeping them close to your body, inhaling as you descend.
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Press through your palms to lift your body back to the starting handstand position, exhaling as you extend your arms.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Ring Handstand Push-up safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your core tight to maintain body alignment and avoid arching your back.
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Ensure elbows remain close to your sides to protect your shoulders and maintain balance.
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Use a wall for support until you feel confident in your strength and balance.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Ring Handstand Push-up primarily targets Shoulders, Triceps, Traps, Lats, Abs , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Obliques, Glutes, Forearm, Chest . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Weighted Ring Handstand Push-up, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Ring Handstand Push-up, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
