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§ L · Exercises · AbsUpdated 6/2026

Ski Ergometer

The SkiErg improves cardiovascular endurance and challenges core stability, especially during high-intensity pulls.

Muscle group
Abs
Equipment
Bodyweight
Exercise type
Cardio
Technique
Basic technique

Muscles worked

§ 01 · Muscles
Primary muscle
Abs

How to perform

§ 02 · Steps
  1. 01

    Stand in front of the SkiErg with your feet hip-width apart and keep a slight bend in your knees.

  2. 02

    Grip the handles overhead and brace your core while keeping your chest up.

  3. 03

    Pull the handles down toward your hips with a powerful hip hinge, keeping your arms nearly straight.

  4. 04

    Return the handles upward under control and extend your torso back to a more upright position while maintaining core tension.

  5. 05

    Repeat with a steady rhythm and exhale during the pull.

How to get started at the gym

§ 03 · SisuLift

Ski Ergometer is ready to go in the SisuLift exercise library. The app builds you a program, suggests starting weights and shows this same animation during your workout at the gym.

  • ·A ready training program based on your goal
  • ·Starting weight suggestions and automatic progression
  • ·Set logging and rest timer at the gym
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SisuLift app workout view

Tips

§ 04 · Tips

Initiate the pull from your core and hips, not just your arms. Keep your shoulders down and avoid overextending your lower back during the return.

The SkiErg improves cardiovascular endurance and challenges core stability, especially during high-intensity pulls.

More exercises: Abs

§ 05 · Same muscles

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