Chin-ups are one of the most challenging yet rewarding exercises in strength training. Back in 2021, Amanda could only complete 4 chin-ups (read here). With consistent training and a focus on quality, she reached 10 reps in 2022 (read here). Now, she’s hit an impressive milestone: 12 chin-ups! Male or female, this is an exceptional…
Exciting news! Just got my hands on Swissies45, and they’ve transformed my chin-up game. No more draping an EZ-Curl bar over the power cage – now it’s all about efficiency. These handles are versatile – perfect for semi-supinated or semi-pronated chin-ups, at any grip width you desire. Christmas gift idea? Look no further! Want to…
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If you’re going to do pull-ups, do them right! Instead of doing 3-4 sets of 10 “ugly” reps, do the opposite! Do 10 sets of 3-4 “quality” reps. You’ll get a better training response with less risk of injury. If you struggle to do a few reps in good form, then work on the eccentric…
Chin-ups are difficult for most people to do, especially for females. The average number of chin-ups a female can do is zero. A lack of strength and poor body composition are two of the main reasons, but the one that tops the list is perception. Most females perceive that they can’t perform a chin-up and…
The Angles90 grips are great for pull-ups, but due to a lower starting position, additional loading with a chin/dip belt may cause the plates to rest on the floor in the bottom range. If that’s the case, use a weighted vest like the Xvest, which can hold up to 84 pounds.
Pull-ups are one of the toughest exercises for most people — especially females. In fact, the average number of pull-ups a female can do is zero. The two biggest culprits? Lack of strength and poor body composition. But perhaps the most powerful obstacle of all is perception. If a woman believes she can’t do a…
When Jessica first came to me, she couldn’t do a single chin-up — let alone a pull-up. Fast forward to today, and that’s no longer the case! With the right progressions, smart programming, and consistent effort, Jessica went from zero to hero on the pull-up bar. Check out her impressive transformation and learn exactly how…
For years we’ve been told to avoid behind-the-neck pulldowns and pull-ups. They place tremendous stress on the shoulders when lifting a heavy load with the humeri abducted and in a position of maximum external rotation. It’s a problem waiting to happen. Furthermore, it’s not a natural movement. We’re not really meant to pull things behind…
The ability to perform a proper chin-up—grabbing an overhead bar and pulling yourself up until your chin clears it—is a struggle for many. Some see it as impossible, but with the right training approach, reaching 20 chin-ups is an attainable goal. Here’s how to do it. The Key Factors for Chin-Up Success 1. Body Weight…