Ski erg
A standing pulling machine that works lats, core and legs together.
- Muscle group: Cardio
- Equipment: Cardio machine
- Difficulty: Intermediate
Also known as: SkiErg, Ski ergometer, Concept2 SkiErg, Skimaskine, Ski-maskine
How to do it
- Stand tall facing the machine with a slight knee bend and hold the handles at head height.
- Pull down by hinging at the hips and bending the knees slightly, driving the arms down past your thighs.
- Let the handles rise back up as you stand tall, and keep a steady rhythm.
Common mistakes
- Pulling with only the arms and not using hips and legs.
- Rounding the back or yanking the handles too hard at the start.
Alternatives
Watch a video demonstration on YouTube
“SkiErgTechnique | Learn How to Use the SkiErg | Concept2” by concept2usa (opens YouTube)
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