Exercise Comparison
Atlas Stone Trainer vs Cat Stretch
Side-by-Side
Muscle Analysis
Shared
Only in Atlas Stone Trainer
Only in Cat Stretch
Instructions
Atlas Stone Trainer
This trainer is effective for developing Atlas Stone strength for those who don't have access to stones, and are typically made from bar ends or heavy pipe.
Begin by loading the desired weight onto the bar. Straddle the weight, wrapping your arms around the implement, bending at the hips.
Begin by pulling the weight up past the knees, extending through the hips. As the weight clears the knees, it can be lapped by resting it on your thighs and sitting back, hugging it tightly to your chest.
Finish the movement by extending through your hips and knees to raise the weight as high as possible. The weight can be returned to the lap or to the ground for successive repetitions.
Cat Stretch
Position yourself on the floor on your hands and knees.
Pull your belly in and round your spine, lower back, shoulders, and neck, letting your head drop.
Hold for 15 seconds.
Verdict
Both exercises target the lower back. Atlas Stone Trainer is a intermediate exercise using other, while Cat Stretch is beginner and uses none. Choose Cat Stretch if you're looking for a more accessible option, or Atlas Stone Trainer for a greater challenge.