Optimal Health Daily - Fitness and Nutrition 2831: How to Do a Proper Pull Up, and Why You Need to Do Them by Steve Kamb of Nerd Fitness on Exercise Goals
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Jan 5, 2025 Explore the transformative power of pull-ups and how they can boost both physical strength and confidence. Discover the essential mechanics that set pull-ups apart from chin-ups, along with practical tips for all fitness levels. Listen to inspiring stories of progression from assisted to unassisted pull-ups, highlighting the dedication required to master this challenging exercise. Emphasizing mental resilience, this session reveals how overcoming fitness challenges translates to greater life perseverance.
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Find a Pull-Up Bar
- Find a bar that can support your weight, anywhere.
- Doorways, gyms, and playgrounds all offer potential pull-up locations.
Proper Pull-Up/Chin-Up Form
- Do pull-ups with hands facing away and chin-ups with hands facing you.
- Start with one repetition, gradually increasing sets and reps as you get stronger.
Bicep Building
- Want bigger biceps? Do close-grip chin-ups.
- If you can do sets of 12 with added weight, your arms will grow.