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Chest

Pectorals and serratus muscles

Skills in Chest

Archer Push-Ups

Build unilateral pushing strength with this advanced variation. Essential preparation for one-arm push-ups and addressing shoulder imbalances.

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2-4 months

Back Lever

A horizontal hold with your back facing the sky, building unique shoulder and bicep strength. Often the first lever skill achieved by practitioners.

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6-12 months

Diamond Push-Ups

Target your triceps with this challenging push-up variation. Build the close-grip strength needed for advanced pressing movements.

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1-2 months

Dips

Build powerful triceps and chest with this fundamental exercise. Essential for muscle-up development and upper body strength.

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1-3 months

Iron Cross

The ultimate ring strength position. This iconic skill demonstrates exceptional straight-arm pushing power.

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3-5 years

Muscle-Up

The ultimate pulling exercise that combines an explosive pull-up with a dip transition. Master this dynamic movement to showcase true upper body power.

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3-6 months (with prerequisites)

One-Arm Push-Up

Master the ultimate unilateral pushing exercise. This advanced skill demonstrates exceptional strength and stability.

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6-12 months

Planche

The ultimate display of pushing strength, holding your body horizontal while supported only on your hands. This skill represents years of dedicated training.

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2-4 years

Planche Lean

Build the foundation for planche training with this essential progression. Develop straight-arm strength and the forward lean crucial for advanced skills.

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2-4 months

Pseudo Planche Push-Ups

Build planche-specific strength with this advanced push-up variation. The forward lean develops the unique demands of horizontal pushing.

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3-6 months

Push-Ups

Master the fundamental pushing pattern. This versatile exercise builds the foundation for handstands, planche, and pressing strength.

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Immediate to 3 months

Ring Dips

Master dips on unstable rings for superior strength and stability. Essential for muscle-up development and upper body power.

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1-2 months (after bar dips)

Ring Push-Ups

Challenge your push-ups with ring instability. Build superior chest and shoulder stability while increasing difficulty.

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2-4 weeks

Ring Support Hold

Build stability on unstable rings. This fundamental position develops the strength and control for advanced ring work.

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2-4 weeks

Shoulder Extension

Develop the shoulder flexibility crucial for bridges and advanced movements. Often restricted but essential for balanced development.

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2-4 months

Straddle Planche

Progress toward full planche with this wide-leg variation. Reduces leverage while maintaining the horizontal position.

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1-2 years (after tuck planche)

Straight-Arm Strength

Develop the unique strength required for gymnastics with locked arms. Essential for planche, levers, and advanced holds.

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Ongoing development

Tuck Planche

The first static planche position. This tucked variation reduces leverage while building the specific strength for advanced progressions.

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6-12 months