Zachary Height Articles

Shoulder Stand on Rings – Tuck

The tuck shoulder stand is used to develop pressing strength and core strength and is a progression towards a bent arm planche as well as an early progression for planche.   Cues: Turn rings out to initiate forward lean Move slowly to control balance as you tilt...

Kip Extension- Rings

The kip extension on rings is used to develop core, scap, and glute strength. The arms should remain straight with no elbows bend throughout this movement   Cues: Raise to an inverted hang to begin Keep legs straight and lower hips until toes touch rings Keep...

Inverted Hang to Inverted Tuck to Tuck Front Lever

The inverted hang to inverted tuck hang to tuck front lever is used to build scapular retraction strength and is a progression towards the Front Lever.   Cues: Raise to an inverted hang to begin Tuck knees into body without altering back position Powerfully...

Inverted Hang to Tuck Front Lever

The inverted hang to tuck front lever is used to build scapular retraction strength and is a progression towards the Front Lever.   Cues: Raise to an inverted hang to begin Lower to a tuck front lever by bending knees as you lower hips Powerfully retract and...