The fundamental 'AG support'
Shoulder-mobility (range-development)
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1m 25s
THE WHAT & HOW:
The 'AG ('Artistic gymnastics') support' position allows for the development of strength to PULL and support oneself in the ranges of shoulder-extension. This is as opposed to the more passive range which is develop in shoulder-extension contexts, such as the 'German hang' position.
Whilst an initial heavy investment in this range attends to a common neglect of straight-arm extension (it is rarely seen in practice outside of the world of gymnastics), its development provides structural balance to the practice of end-range straight-arm FLEXION (arms overhead) contexts, such as handstand work and straight-arm strength pressing.
RESOURCE CONTENTS:
0:05 - 'AG support' iso. hold
0:20 - AG isometric reps
0:59 - AG 'reps & hold'
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