Exercise technique

straddle maltese

The straddle maltese is an advanced bodyweight exercise performed on rings, targeting the abs with significant involvement of the shoulders and chest. It requires exceptional core strength, shoulder stability, and body control, making it a challenging movement for experienced athletes.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Start by hanging from a pair of rings with your arms fully extended and your body in a straight line.
  2. Spread your legs wide apart, forming a straddle position.
  3. Engage your core and slowly lower your body until your arms are parallel to the ground.
  4. Hold this position for a few seconds, then push yourself back up to the starting position.
  5. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Shoulders, Chest.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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