Our Mind is the Obstacle

Many of us are stopped from being able to do pull-ups is our mistaken belief that we can't do it. The notion inside our mind that we can't do a pull-up is a major reason for our incapacity to do it.

Another reason most people cannot do pull-ups is the lack of regular practice. The gym-goers use equipment that narrows their muscle variations and doesn't replicate the real action of a pull-up.

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The Technique of a Pull-up

Grip the handlebar tightly
Tuck in the Pelvis
Abs should be tight
Pull your arms down
Shoulders should be down too
Legs have to be straight
Head should be neutral
While going up, do not lift your chin upwards.

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Pull-Ups Power

Pull-ups are a great way to test your strength-to-weight ratio and build your core and upper-body power.

They require a simple overhead bar as equipment, which is easily available.

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Pull-Up by Machine Assist

Some people are unable to do pull-ups, even on a pull-up assist machine in the gym.

The 'assist' part of the pull-up aid machine might be the reason for the inability, as it can act as a 'crutch'.

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Start Doing Pull-ups

Get your mind to doing pulls by these three essential variations:

The Partner-assisted pull-up in which a partner 'spots' you around the back area.
The Negative Pull-up in which you start from the top and slowly move down, using the same set of muscles.

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