Skin the cat
Skin the cat is a gymnastic and calisthenic exercise that involves hanging from a bar or rings and rotating the body through the shoulders to pass the feet through the arms and then return to the starting position. This exercise primarily targets the upper back and shoulders, while also engaging the core and improving shoulder flexibility.
At a glance
- Area
- Back
- Main muscle
- Upper back
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Level
- Advanced
Form tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement to maintain control.
- Start with a dead hang to ensure your shoulders are properly engaged.
- Move slowly and with control to avoid swinging.
- Ensure your shoulders are warmed up before attempting this exercise.
What to watch out for
- shoulder impingement
- rotator cuff injuries
- severe wrist pain
- recent shoulder surgery
Also known as
girare in sospensione, calisthenics back exercise, gymnastics back exercise