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Straddle Maltese

A bodyweight movement targeting the abs. Follow the steps below and keep every repetition controlled.

Target · absEquipment · body weightCategory · waist

Technique

How to perform it

  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.

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