Pull-Up - Need your help!
I have never been able to do a pull-up. I have been "trying" for years. I just read an article the other day, that you have to set a goal and a plan. Sounds right. I know this…. but yet, I’ve never really made a plan or set a date of when I want to be able to do this one pull-up. So, here it is… I want to be able to do one pull-up by June 30. And I did put a daily action plan together, so that I can achieve it, but I’m looking for advice. I do not belong to a gym. I have a pull-up bar (roman chair with pull up on one side and where you can do dips on the other). And we have a weight bench where I can do laying down pull-ups. So, I am looking for advice on training tips or training plan on how to ensure I can make this happen! Again, any advice or help is appreciated!! Have a Happy Memorial Day Weekend!
May 23, 2009 at 10:02 am
Lat pull-downs will help you get the mechanics down. I use a wider grip than most.
May 23, 2009 at 10:24 am
But that’s the problem, I don’t have access to a lat pull-down… so, I need alternative methods…. thanks, though….
May 23, 2009 at 11:14 am
Do you have access to dumbells? Or even a Barbell. Do some bentover rows, wide grip. Get those back muscles workin.
Or with your pull up bar, jump and use momentum to pull yourself up and on the way down hold your own weight, dont just drop. I dont know how many to do, but it should help somewhat with muscle strength since your working on the negatives.
good luck to ya
May 23, 2009 at 11:57 am
Thanks MAGL… those sound like good ideas I haven’t tried…. CooL!