Pulling in supination on a single ring makes it easy to isolate pulling mechanics and prevents a clear definition of a...
Zachary Height Articles
Ring Pull-up – Side Emphasis
Pulling to one side on a ring pull-up emphasizes unilateral strength. A quality negative further builds upon this...
Goblet Heels Elevated Squat
The goblet heels elevated squat is a quadriceps and knee strengthening exercise. By elevating the heels the forward...
Wushu Stretch – 45 Degrees
Cues: Get the heel very close to the brace point Hinge with flat back Keep hips square to the stretch Mistakes:...
Front and Back Lever Pulls – Tuck
Cues: Start in inverted hang with desired amount of tuck Lower into front lever and hold Pull back to inverted hang in...
Skin the Cat – Flat Back
Cues: Pull and lower into skin the cat with a flat back Allow body to relax into full skin the cat Flatten back to...
Handstand – Kick Up – Wall Assisted
The wall assisted kick up is a drill for those already somewhat comfortable with entering a freestanding handstand. In...
Handstand – L-Switches on Wall
L-switches are a great drill for those working to develop consistency with their handstand entries. Learning the...
Horse Stance with Stick
The horse stance is an active mobility and endurance drill for the legs. Conscious effort should be applied to make...
Handstand – Straddle Scissors – Wall Assisted
The straddle scissor with wall assistance is a precursor to performing them away from the wall. With careful execution...
Round Back Flat Back Hinge – Anchored
Cues: Roll down keeping hips forward to mobilize the middle and upper back Grasp anchor and pull through hips to...
Round Back Flat Back Hinge
Cues: Hinge forward maintaining lumbar extension and creating anterior pelvic tilt to stretch the hamstrings Pull into...
