How to do a ski trainer

Setup:

1. Position: Stand facing the ski trainer (like a SkiErg) with your feet about shoulder-width apart.
2. Grip: Reach up and grab both handles with an overhand grip.

The Movement:

1. Initiate: Begin with your arms raised and slightly bent. Engage your core.
2. Pull: In one powerful, fluid motion, pull the handles down and back. Hinge at your hips and bend your knees, mimicking a crunching motion. Your hands should finish past your thighs.
3. Return: Control the handles as they return to the starting position, extending your hips and knees to stand tall again.
4. Rhythm: Establish a consistent rhythm, linking each pull to the next.

Tips:

• The power should come from your core and hips, not just your arms.
• Think of it as a full-body, explosive movement.
• Keep a slight bend in your elbows throughout the pull.