Still Rings

Men's Artisticadvanced

Also known as: Rings

Still rings are two rings suspended by cables from an overhead frame, hanging about 2.75 meters above the floor. Routines combine swinging elements with static strength holds — like the iron cross — that require the gymnast to keep the rings nearly motionless despite immense muscular effort.

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Related Terms

Iron Cross

A static strength hold on the rings with the body upright and arms extended straight out to the sides.

Maltese

A horizontal strength hold on the rings, similar to the iron cross but performed lower and closer to the rings.