Ring Pull-Up

Pull-ups on rings, which rotate as you rise and let the wrists find their own line.

Ring Pull-Up, illustrated

How to do it

Setup

Rings at shoulder-width, false or normal grip, dead hang.

Steps

  1. Pull up, letting the rings rotate naturally.
  2. Finish with palms turning toward you.
  3. Lower with the same free rotation.

Common mistakes

Fighting the rotation: the rings' point is the wrists' freedom. Rings swinging: deaden the swing before each rep. Uneven pull heights: level shoulders at the top.

Breathing

Exhale on the pull, inhale lowering.