Gymnastic Rings 101!
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Published 2017-06-02
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Gymnastic rings have seen a huge surge in popularity with the rise of crossfit. And rightfully so, no other piece of upper body equipment can compare with the capabilities or low cost of the rings. They are easily one of the greatest strength building tools any mover could hope to stumble across.
One of there major benefits is the powerful adaptation for stability they create. Even the most basic movements on the gymnastic rings require considerable stabilization and strength. Even strong athletes begin shaking uncontrollably the first time they use this piece of Olympic history due to lack of body control and stability.
This type of training is also a wonderful way to develop a feeling sense of one's own body due to the high need for internal control of the body. Without developing this kind of internal awareness, rings can quickly degrade the tendons, ligaments and muscles of the body, most especially the shoulders. It is because of this that ring training should be undertaken mindfully and slowly in the beginning. It takes time for the ligaments and tendons of the body to strengthen properly for this kind tense movement.
When first beginning rings training it is advisable to start slow by experimenting with the basic static hold and rows before moving on. The training can be added to an already existing workout schedule or it can be a calisthenic strength training system all to itself. In the beginning however, most athletes need only a day or two of training. Down the line as the body begins to adapt to the needs of the rings, training days can be added.
There are two main kinds of exercises the rings are capable of, static holds and movements. Usually I will mix these together into the same set. For example I might do 10 pullups and finish with a static l-sit, or I may just do a static l sit the entire time I do pullups.
If you find yourself wanting in person rings training, my best advice is to find an adult gymnastics class at a local gymnastics gym, or take a foundations class at your local crossfit studio. Crossfit is notorious for teaching a kipping version of certain rings maneuvers, however that should change now that strict muscle ups are being added to the crossfit games.
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All Comments (21)
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This guy is the man! He was teaching me boxing, dude knows his shit!
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The drawings are beautiful and the information is so well structured! Glad I stumbled across this gem
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Holy fuck. The way you explain and draw things is so original. Definitely subbing and waiting for more
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I fucking love the rings they're so good for building strength and hitting all those tiny muscles if you could only get one piece of equipment for a home gym id deff just get a pair of rings they're so versatile
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I recently learnt planche on rings.I can say it's 10 times harder
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Outstanding. Out stand rings...
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It's very good you stumbled upon the idea of talking about exercises while digitally drawing. It's common on channels about books, ideas, especially math, but I would've never thought about gymnastics. A refreshing change from seeing real people record themselves doing things. The only limitation is when you have to draw movements, but it's not too bad.
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i am astounded at how engaging you present the information and how well you draw physical proportions omg!
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Man, this is probably the most informative video around. I wish millions would have seen it by now! Great work man!
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Great informative video man. Can tell you put a lot into this. Post more frequently !
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Really appreciate the effort you've put in this video
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This is just amazing I love the style of drawing and chatting it really gets the information across in a nice way rather than just having infographics and pop up thanks again
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Great insight to ring work. I bought my first set recently and I look forward to mastering these exercises
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Nice lessons. Watch you drawing is super satisfying
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One of the best information presentation ever made. Amazing work!
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What an excellent introduction.. Great work!
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I will try the static hold and the rows today in the gym, your video was really inspiring
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Wow your illustrations are fantastic
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All I can say, that is the Best explanation of Rins. Thanks you so much...
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Love the artwork and explanations in this video. Very inspiring! Thank you so much for sharing 🙏
