Rings Workout For Beginners (With Progressions)

[@jeffrey1025]

Wow! A doctor, a lawyer, a pizza delivery man, an astronaut, and now a gymnastics rings instructor?!?!? This guy really DOES do it all!

[@SinaProductions]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@XionAzura1]

Also a soldier, a cop, a talent agent…

[@smokeymcpot69]

He's also in adult entertainment

[@L5biszz]

Hes also the camera man in casting couch.

[@Rhythmicons]

Don't forget Billionaire Philanthropist.

[@josejose241]

Just got rings. Boy do they make me feel like a wimp again.

[@skoobydu1364]

My rings just arrived today i feel like a noob again

[@arty1593]

Starting out with rings. I wonder if his point about it being an advantage for noobs would hold up for me a few months from now! Fingers crossed.

[@skoobydu1364]

@@arty1593 it will fam it'll be harder starting but hot damn does it guve gains

[@arty1593]

@@skoobydu1364 Yeah I was barely able to do the fully regressed versions for most of these. Neural pathways and other stuff has to do its work. But day 1 down. 😎

[@wadees8442]

@@arty1593 Oh one month in, how are you doing now?

[@arrystophanes7909]

I would definitely recommend warming up wrists before going on rings. Seriously, warm up wrists. Wrists. Warm. Up.

[@osenglish]

Thanks

[@TripleEightss]

how

[@Hunter_pizza]

@@TripleEightss dun dun da la dun dun dun chhh

[@JoseSanchez-zo5tb]

@@Hunter_pizza Tf you say, bitch?

[@mike90susanoo84]

Seems like you've gone through an injury the way you're warning about it. Noted!

[@InspiredByBrad]

Negative dips like that for beginners can easily lead to bad muscle/pec strains, which I have experienced before, and takes a long time to heal. I might suggest using the legs as assisted support for the whole range of motion, and increase very gradually, eventually working up to negative dips.

[@1337b3nnyvav00m]

You can do a bent leg assisted dip, and a straight leg assisted dip before you can do good negatives. I agree!

[@Budandbee]

100%

[@gabe7987]

Rings are the best investment with COVID and weights being so hard and expensive this is the single greatest piece of equipment

[@rudib1119]

Totally agree!

[@tikrineloja]

Best thing for rings and pull up bar

[@x97s]

They have transformed my physique

[@SVNBS]

Just got my rings today, I was 127kg a couple of months ago, I am at down to 115, and tomorrow I will start doing calesthenics to get to my goal of 100kg then 95kg and eventually 90kg. Thanks for the video! This is gonna be challenging with all my extra weight, but I am really excited to start.

[@sofian-_-7]

Big up 💪🔥 How tall are you?

[@somakaro2156]

How far did you get?

[@ducky169]

Howd it go?

[@MatheusFrandsen]

plz, tell us @@ducky169

[@lacerdae]

@SVNBS APPEAR, SHOW UP

[@marcel4149]

Just a little summary. (Also i´m not an english speaker. Maybe here are some mistakes.) Weekly schedule for beginners: Mon - Rings / Tues - Cardio & Flex / Wed - Rings / Thur - Cardio & Flex / Fri - Rings / Sat & Sun - Cardio & Flex Warm-Up example: 2 min jumping jacks Start for example with one push exercise for 3 or 4 sets then go to another main exercise for 3 or 4 sets. Rest 2-3 minutes between sets for maximum strength. Push: 1. Support Hold at least 10 sec 2. Dip negatives at least 5 reps 3. Ring dips (palms facing each other) Pull: 1. Bent-Leg Rows at least 10 reps (optional: turn palms inwards to engage more biceps) 2. Straight-Leg Rows at least 10 reps 3. Tucked Front Lever as long as you can Leg: 1. Assisted deep squats at least 30 reps 2. Partial assisted Pistol Squats at least 8-9 reps each leg 3. Full assisted pistol squat Core: 1. Bent-arm hang at least 10 sec 2. Bent-arm tuck at least 10 sec (then try to expand one leg at a time) 3. (Bent-arm) Hanging L-Sit (also optional: straight-arms) The floor still exists and you can do stuff on it.

[@sourav100rav]

Fukin pin this comment you jonny sin

[@Rhythmicons]

This video convinced me to get rings with my over the door pullup bar. Before the Rings arrived I got a Rogue Mil Pullup station and couldn't be happier. Still, I'm a lowly beginner on the rings.

[@Andrew-it7fb]

This was really helpful for getting started with rings. After a few weeks, I'm starting to do negative dips and I'm starting to do the front tucked lever. I built up enough strength that I can do several pull ups on my pull up bar too which I couldn't do at all before.

[@MinusTheGym]

Glad to hear, man. Congrats on the progress!

[@shaneshankly4518]

Excellent video thank you really enjoying getting started on the rings . Been doing yoga for a few years and find both compliment each other very well

[@wallcroftbrigs2344]

I love the fact that you are so down to earth, I feel like I am at the same level on some of the exercises. I appreciate you very much man, keep it up

[@drmitofit2673]

If you cross the rings with body weight pulls, you are also pulling across the body. This makes it the single best exercise for archery which uses muscles not utilized in most other activities. This and practicing proper bow drawing technique has increased my draw weight significantly.

[@DrStench13]

These gym closures made me explore a whole world of possibilities that doesn't involve the barbell. I need to get me some rings and a doorway pullup bar.

[@yathongleung]

Got my rings for the first time today, been doing bodyweight routine for 3 years but it is still extremely hard just to do a dip hold without shaking like crazy. Incredible equipment to improve stability and strength.

[@Naviral]

I haven't trained or done gymnastics in over 23 year, and just hung my rings about 10 minutes ago. Thanks for sharing the video and these great tips.

[@Roki-Roki]

I love rings bought them 2 months ago. Can alredy do 3 muscle ups😃 and gained a lot of grip strenght.I would say the single best exercise tool for upper body that was ever made so simple yet so complex. The rings move freely in space so you have to stabilize them so you get a lot of body control and awareness and also you can alternate grips midway...or lower them to the floor and do push up variations or put your legs in them for abs legs lower back... I am very new to this calisthenics stuff but got hooked in this two months. Just found your channel and i love it, haven't watched all your videos yet. Just watched the handstand one and i am gonna learn them😤 Also i love that you are plant based, i went plant based 3years ago and i am better than i've ever been. Gone through a lot of injuries and a lot of shit in my personal life so it feels good to finally be on the right path at the start of my thirties. Stay motivated and keep getting stronger and keep on progresing 🌱🌿💪

[@regprofant6984]

I have done your recommended routine for a week now. I feel obligated to tell you how MUCH I appreciate your efforts. You are a great, I stress, GREAT teacher. You and Matt at red delta project are my only go to guys. THANK YOU AGAIN

[@Sammy-rn9fk]

Just ordered my first set of rings. Worked out with weights all my life. Doing a lot of calisthenics lately. Want to take that to the next level. This will help.

[@edoardoburlini8394]

Any time I watch your vids, I have to thank you. It's your way of explaining/teaching, that helps closing the gap between "impossible" and "affordable". Thumb up.

[@garethfafard1337]

This is the video I needed 12 years ago when I first started rings. Absolutely great resource this is

[@grey.top.warriors]

I love my rings - easily my best piece of equipment.

[@timange124]

I appreciate the videos, great content for a beginner. I don’t solely use your channel, but a combination of you and 2-3 others is a great combo for learning.

[@kunalsingh-xu7sp]

What all channels do u use and what is ur ring workout

[@inkusaido]

Push 1. Support Hold (10 secs) 2. Negative Dips (5 reps) 3. Dips Pull 1. Bent-Leg Rows (10 reps) 2. Straight-Leg Rows (10 reps) 3. Tucked Front Lever (hold as long as you can) Legs 1. Assisted Deep Squats (30 reps) 2. Partial Assisted Pistol Squats (10-10 reps) 3. Full Assisted Pistol Squats (10-10 reps) Core 1. Bent-Arm Hang (10secs) 2. Bent-Arm Tuck (10 secs -> Extending one leg at a time) 3. Hanging L-Sits

[@Blanelaw]

Enjoyed your video. Rings are great because they add the element of instability to engage a ton more muscle fibers for functional performance.

[@danthomas8431]

My rings just came in and youtube recommended this video before I got a chance to look up some beginner routines. Your channel has been helping me with my journey. Thanks for what you do and keep it up.

[@greggcoleman7768]

A cat walking through the doorway is optional. 😁. Great instructional video, may need to invest in rings now as I didn't realize I could hang them from a doorway pull-up bar!!

[@MinusTheGym]

Gregg Coleman yep, as long as the pull up bar is nice and secure, you're good 👍

[@jaicejarrah3319]

@@MinusTheGym what’s the pull up bar you use?

[@andreiradulescu22]

I love how the background music fits your videos. It gives an aura of intangibility, like beholding the universe.

[@captainhuckleberry7428]

Man, these will make a great addition to my kettlebell workout and I already have a pull-up bar. Thanks for the video!

[@andreiradulescu22]

everytime I watch your videos and hear that song it feels like i'm transcending to a world of aesthetic perfection :) I'm watching this again because I've acquired rings and you are so right! I had no problems doing 8 dips on bars but on rings even maintaining a support hold is challenging as hell!

[@wagonet]

you've inspired me to start calisthenics, just got a new set of rings. can't wait to add these to my workout. thank you

[@xvylle]

How’s it going?

[@michaellopez8710]

Those were the progressions I was missing. Partial/full assisted pistol squats! Thanks MTG.

[@jamsolid]

I love my ring pushups. Very challenging, and gives so much versatility in movement variation.

[@timgreenwood5390]

Minus the Gym is great. I have had my rings for about ten years and at last I am getting serious about using them and trying to get my kids involved as well. I am coming back.

[@ruiz212]

Holy Cow!!! Rings will sure knock you off whatever high horse you were riding on.

[@saulgoodman7509]

Rings are freaking tough! Respect to the people that make it look easy.

[@MinusTheGym]

Agreed. Rings masters are on a totally different level

[@Ahmed-jv7oc]

Just got rings and I'm so excited to reap the gainsssss

[@landonwhinery4023]

It looks like your cat could benefit from some core training as well.

[@jdnoguera130]

lmaooo

[@CheatleQuest]

Chonk

[@MistaKnifeguy]

lol

[@chicob79]

😹 😾

[@landonlikesjazz3420]

Not chonk he just a little THICC

[@archifit8041]

Your channel is amazing! Im planning on getting rings for Christmas and I’m working myself up on bars to get ready for this!

[@demarcusthecousinthethird9611]

did you end up getting the rings?

[@archifit8041]

@@demarcusthecousinthethird9611 I did! And using mostly my rings for almost a year I went from 140 to 155 lbs and went from +15 lb pull-ups for 5 reps to +35 lb pull-ups for 5 reps!!!

[@archifit8041]

And similar results with dips

[@krecikowi]

I noticed that being bold helps ;). However, I started doing pullup and noticed that rings are my "next step". Simple "device" but can help with other exercises. I'm trying to use least devices I can. Pushups/pullups and now rings. Will be good for a loooooong time.

[@jayseb]

Just bought rings with Covid hitting once more and this video is exactly what I needed. Great presentation and details of movements. I'm usually a heavy lifter and this is definitely challenging! Thanks!

[@OKOKOKOKOKOKOK-zn2fy]

Do exercise variant #1 until you can do it easily, then, progress to #2 etc. Push...Ring Dip Progression... 1. Support Hold... 3-4 sets X 10 sec. 2. Dip Negatives... 3-4 X 5 reps. 3. Ring Dips... 3-4 X 5 reps. Pull... Ring Row Progression... 1. Bent Knee Row... 3-4 X 10 reps. 2. Straight Leg Row... 3-4 X 10 reps. 3. Tuck Front Lever Bent Arm Hang... until dead. Legs... Squat Progression... 1. Ring Assisted Two Leg Squat... 3-4 X 30 reps. (Try to push evenly.) 2. Ring Assisted Partial Pistol Squat... 3-4 X 8-10 reps. 3. Ring Assisted Full Pistol Squat... 3-4 X 8-10 reps. Core... Six Pack Progression... 1. Bent arms Straight Leg Hang... 3-4 X 30 sec. 2. Bent Arm Tuck Hang... 3-4 X 30 sec. 3. Bent Arm Hanging L-Sit... 3-4 X 30 sec. When you do legs, start with your weaker leg and then match the rep count on your stronger side. Eventually, your strength and size will come into balance. Calves... Three Way Calf Torture... Toes In, Toes Out, Toes Straight Ahead... 3-4 X 15,15,15 reps. 45 reps/set. I was disappointed no one had put this in the comments. So, here you go you lazy bastards. Say, "Thanks Ken."

[@Lightningspiner]

Wow, that's Voyage 34 by Porcupine Tree on vinyl! Great to see a fellow prog rock fan in Calisthenics :)

[@xCrimsonFallsx]

Just did this workout for the first time. Everything is burning like hell. Thank you for that! Looking forward to the next few days :D

[@dlear85]

Just hung my rings. Starting tomorrow with a full calesthenics routine, no time for gym anymore with family

[@mikedarby5002]

My lady bought me rings for Christmas. Thanks for the thorough video, Ryan. I’m big into bodyweight workouts, so this is exciting.

[@paulmcginniss4563]

My rings arrived this morning. Can't wait to try this out!

[@adoboFosho]

Did you fall skinning the cat?

[@BryantPP]

So inspiring and relatable, I've taken so many lessons from your videos. Thanks so much for the help Ryan, I wish you all the best.

[@regprofant6984]

You are a great teacher. You and RED DELTA project are the only ones I will listen to. I have looked at so many and some are ok but none compare to what the both of you offer. Thank you for your efforts.

[@usrIO30581l]

The is a great easy to travel and mobile gym set. Easy to pack and carry. Just got cover the holes of the door frames with plaster and repaint.

[@nothankyou418]

mind blowing to find a Voyage 34 vinyl in the background. Excellent video, excellent music taste

[@MinusTheGym]

I’m a huge fan of Porcupine Tree and quite happy their hiatus is finally over 😁 (although I do badly miss what Colin Edwin brought to the band)

[@KubaAirs]

It's a nice plan but I would also incorporate false grip progressions start from the beginning as it takes some time to build up the flexibility and is required for more advanced moves later on.

[@MinusTheGym]

Thanks! Yes, false grip should be started from the get go. I learned that the hard way 😊

[@TheCe1ticZombie]

Awesome channel and I’m slowly adding more equipment so I can start to follow your workout programs.

[@yannickkuderli8243]

Holy moly and i really thought that i was decently strong.. those ring dip negatives are hardcore

[@MikaelLewisify]

Been weight lifting consistently for a year now. Switched to rings today. I can’t believe how sore I am after this workout. Damn.

[@Christian-se5si]

Man i got my first rings a few days ago and boy are they humbling

[@alexwotherspoon5630]

Brilliant video 👍 I've been looking for a more structured approach and I hadn't realised that rings could be used so effectively in a door way 😉👍

[@jimmann8107]

Glad I found this! I have a pull up bar and rings, all I'm missing is a plan. Subscribed and will check out some more of your vids. Thank you for putting out this content 🙏

[@comfybaguette]

Thanks for the routine. Really was looking for a full-on workout and this video delivered perfectly. Thanks!

[@endo9913]

Thanks Ryan. Just put a homemade bracket up in the garage ceiling for my rings and about to give this routine a go!

[@luchodore]

Hey bro just finished this routine, was great cheers

[@tracyliedtke6780]

Great video. I am grateful for and appreciate you humble attitude. You mentioned the rings in your equipment video and am glad you made their own video.

[@tomh6784]

Thanks Ryan!

[@guythepirate]

One of the best ring workouts for beginners ive found. Nice1 :)

[@brianvannorman1465]

Like the fuzzy orange scene stealee

[@nahaktam6515]

Thanks for making all these useful videos! I've just bought myself rings recently and was looking for the perfect beginner exercises. Time to get to work now! :)

[@michaelblacktree]

I'm seriously thinking of getting some rings. This video should help me get started. Thanks!

[@10act37]

Was planning to buy a ring. This video is perfect.

[@remoteviewer08]

You radiate humility. Subscribed!

[@evanhollis3958]

With your dips on rings you have to put your legs a little infront of you. Your center of gravity is different compared to when your on a fixed dip bar. This will save your shoulders.

[@agauerm]

I have just put together a bodyweight mini gym at my yard. I installed a fixed pull up bar, a parallel bar (the ones the go in the wall too), and I just ordered the rings. I also put together a slosh pipe and some parallettes. I think I will build some strength using the fixed bars first, before attempting the rings.

[@blakew5672]

No reason to wait, get ring work in there from the beginning.

[@major0888]

I just started and wow I feel weak but feeling a big difference after a minute break my muscles feel more relaxed.

[@shaiknj]

I like how you show the progressions in this video. It’s logical and easy to remember unlike the ones on some other channels. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@kevinbautista1970]

Best beginner video I've seen, thank you.

[@Drrajatgothi]

Best video for begginer ring exercises and amazing step by step progression. Keep it up. Thanks for help

[@deepdoubts]

Just tried that Bent Arm Hang … Potent …. Nice and Simple

[@zebscott3956]

Buying my first set of rings today no thanks to you sir and will be following your tutorialis. Churrr!

[@michaelkingsbury4305]

Most informative vid! Never gave a thought to rings as a beginner.Tnx.

[@creedo012]

Very motivating workout video. I think I'll buy such a ring. Thank you for your work Ryan!😉👍💪

[@nic4380]

where would I put it though you know?

[@creedo012]

@@nic4380 in my apartment on the wall is a pull up bar.I put the ring on it. kepkuldes.com/image/6MiWIf

[@nic4380]

I love playin with the rings at the gym! But this made me want to try it more seriously!

[@c0rnf1ake]

Guys dont forget to build good enough ab strength befor you play with lifting your legs up for reps. Not a lot of people realise but when your doing tucks and leg lifts your lower back is supposed to be flat from legs raised to dropped. That actually takes a lot of strengh and training to get to which this vid kinda forgets to mention. So some floor exercises will be your friend. Along with progressions from birdogs to superman holds COMPLETELY REQUIRED, and side blanks, glude bridges to prep for proper squatting. Dont forget dumbbell lateral raises and overhead presses (which cant be replicated as effectively/fully by calisthenics)

[@michaeltaylor1788]

Really good, well structured explanations in your video - looking forward to seeing how I progress

[@LikeWeDidOutdoors]

Got some rings yesterday to supplement my training, tried dips and I'm shaking like mad - I'm delighted! Been a long time since I was the new boy! EDIT - on the tucked front lever, is there a variation / what do you call it if you start rowing yourself up while curled up? I learned them as "Gorilla chins" but unsure that's the right term.

[@MinusTheGym]

Lol I’ve never heard gorilla chins, but I like that. I’ve always heard them referred to as tucked rows. They’re tough!

[@aghoury]

Thank you, sir. Your demonstration and lessons are so helpful. God bless your wellness and health

[@KayakCampingOffGrid]

Really appreciate your great instruction and awesome introduction. I tried the movements you demonstrated... YES, all the advice was spot on! Thank you!

[@CaptainRhodes]

I remember back in school we used to have rings and play "Gladiator". We would swing towards each other in the rings and try to pull each other down with the legs. Back then it felt like nothing when hanging in those rings but going back to it now I would get sore pretty quickly. I've recently discovered how fun it is to climb a rope so I wanna recommend that for you. The reason I like the rope is because you have a starting point and a destination you are trying to get to. Very fun!

[@williammunday1367]

Hey, your videos are the first I followed when getting into calisthenics. Thanks a lot for a the head start!

[@LiangHuBBB]

rings are really good for workout

[@kingjohn1966]

Great beginner video my friend you gained a sub, so many “beginner” videos this is perfect with progressions and great explanations thanks!

[@rawberry3]

Wow what a workout! Only managed 3 rounds with intermediate exercises in my first trial run of this. Sweating buckets but not aching at all even though my muscles are very tired! :)

[@rawberry3]

I watched this again after posting my comment and realised I actually did these exercises in circuits... Is that less effective than doing consecutive sets of each exercise? It turned into a cardio workout too with circuits, which seemed like a good thing?

[@williamwallace3780]

Tried rings for the first time today though I have had them for a while. Box is marked 2014! They're MDUSA which was recommended to me at the time.

[@Sensei_Gaz]

My man really be out here lookin like Jonny Sins

[@leojabbour8394]

For real

[@Jacob930321]

7:36 stop before you curve your back to avoid injury

[@Rendref]

The rings workout is all good, but then you notice LP of Porcupine Tree - Voyage 34 on that rack and everything becomes even better.

[@speakingwithshadows]

Another excellent video from this guy. Thanks man.

[@jobihara]

Great stuff, definitely will be trying these.

[@Theking49817]

Thank you!! Loving this method of body weight exercises!! So many options!!!

[@umojah]

I have been training with ring's about 6 months now. Very intense and helps me alot with my calisthenics.Great tutorial, bro.

[@rijvada]

Thank you, the video is very helpful. I'm new to Calisthenic but I love to doing rings exercises.

[@Close2silent]

Simply, valuable, and receptible 👌

[@VentureAHighway]

Thank you for the helpful video. I recently got a pull up bar and I love it , I will likely get some rings to go with it shortly. Thanks again!

[@markthackway274]

just got rings yesterday - tried this. WOW. no full dips ...yet