Exercise Comparison
Atlas Stone Trainer vs Hug Knees To Chest
Side-by-Side
Muscle Analysis
Shared
Only in Atlas Stone Trainer
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.
Hug Knees To Chest
Lie down on your back and pull both knees up to your chest.
Hold your arms under the knees, not over (that would put to much pressure on your knee joints).
Slowly pull the knees toward your shoulders. This also stretches your buttocks muscles.
Verdict
Both exercises target the lower back. Atlas Stone Trainer is a intermediate exercise using other, while Hug Knees To Chest is beginner and uses none. Choose Hug Knees To Chest if you're looking for a more accessible option, or Atlas Stone Trainer for a greater challenge.