Ring Face Pull
The face pull on gymnastic rings, leaning back with the body as the weight; the rings swing and turn freely, so the shoulders hold the line.
How to do it
Setup
A ring in each hand, body leaning back in a straight line, arms long, palms down.
Steps
- Pull the rings toward the face, elbows high and wide.
- Let the rings turn as the hands arrive beside the head.
- Lower back to straight arms with control.
Common mistakes
Body bending at the hips: glutes tight, heels to head in one line. Elbows dropping into a row: aim the hands at the face. Starting too low: walk the feet back until the finish is clean.
Breathing
Exhale on the pull, inhale on the way down.
