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How to Do Ski Erg — Form, Muscles & Tips

Learn how to do the Ski Erg: step-by-step form, muscles worked, machine setup, and common mistakes. Free workout tracker included.

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How to perform this exercise

  1. Stand facing the ski erg machine and grip the handles overhead.
  2. Hinge at the hips and pull the handles down powerfully.
  3. Drive your arms down past your hips.
  4. Return your arms overhead in a controlled manner.
  5. Use your core and hips to generate force.