Ring Self Assisted Chin-up (male)

Ring Self Assisted Chin-up demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Stand directly underneath the rings, grabbing them with your palms facing you
  • 2Bend your knees and squat until you can reach the rings with straight arms
  • 3Pull yourself up until your chin passes the ring level keeping the elbows close
  • 4Lower yourself back down slowly and in a controlled manner to the starting position
  • 5Repeat the movement for the desired amount of repetitions

Tips:

  • Engage your core to stabilize your body throughout the exercise
  • Don't let your body sway or swing uncontrollably
  • Use your legs minimally. Pull primarily with your back and arms
  • Focus on lowering your body as slowly as possible during the descent phase to further engage your muscles

Ring Self Assisted Chin-up Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs