The full maltese is an advanced bodyweight exercise that primarily targets the abs, with significant involvement of the shoulders and chest. It requires a high degree of core strength, balance, and body control, making it a challenging movement for most practitioners.
Also Works
ShouldersChest
How to Perform
1
Start by standing with your feet shoulder-width apart and your arms extended straight out to the sides.
2
Slowly lean forward, keeping your arms straight, until your upper body is parallel to the ground.
3
Engage your core and hold this position for a few seconds.
4
Return to the starting position by pushing through your feet and standing back up.