January 26
Tip: The Most Useless Pull-Up Exercise
This movement is often used as a regression in functional fitness classes. Problem is, it doesn't do much of anything. Here's why.
January 9
Tip: Thick Grip Neutral Pull-Ups
Strengthen your grip by doing your pull-ups or chin-ups with a thick grip attachment or a couple of towels.
October 19
Tip: The Fingertip Ledge Pull-Up
Also called mountain climber pull-ups, these are great for grip and forearm strength.
September 22
Tip: Slow Motion Pull-Ups
These increase tension and build a strong mind-muscle connection. Shoot for no more than 5 reps per set. If you can get more, go slower.
September 2
Tip: Two Tips for Better Pull-Ups
Get more lat recruitment from chin-ups and pull-ups with these cues: 1. Chest to bar. 2. Squeeze a tennis ball between your shoulder blades.
August 26
Tip: The 2 Minute Chin-Up Test
Find out how strong your biceps and lats really are.
July 21
Tip: The Bench & Chin-Up Warrior Challenge
If you like pressing and pulling more than jogging on a treadmill, give this a shot.
July 19
Tip: Partner Assisted Pull-Ups
Struggle with pull-ups? Don't use a band for assistance. These two methods are better.
July 5
Tip: You Need to Be Doing Ring Pull-Ups
Here's why, plus how to prevent the most common mistake.
June 18
Tip: The Medball Pull-up
Add a medicine ball to your pull-ups for load progression and to keep your form in check. Here's how.
June 13
Tip: The Inverted Pull-Up
Add this versatile back exercise to your program. Alter the grip, the angle, or adjust your feet to make it easier or harder.
June 3
Tip: The Back-Off Chin-Up Workout
The fastest way to boost your chin-up strength. Check it out.
May 15
Tip: Build More Strength with Pull-Ups & Dips
Build and strengthen your back, chest, and arms with these two training methods.
May 7
Tip: Strict Pause Pull-Ups
Get stronger by adding pauses to your pull-ups. Pause halfway up, at the top, and again halfway down.
May 5
Tip: Do Pull-Ups Anywhere Like This
No pull-up bar? No problem. Try this.
April 13
Tip: The Machine That Strengthens Your Pull-Ups
Most assisted pull-up machines will NOT make you better at regular pull-ups, but there is one that will. Check it out.
March 30
Tip: 3 Ways to Change Up Your Chin-Up
Stuck with only a straight bar to use in gym? Try these training tricks.
March 22
5 Back Training Myths You Probably Believe
You probably think a few of these myths are true... and that's hindering your back growth. Let's set the record straight.
February 22
5 Damn Good Reasons to do Bodyweight Training
If you resist doing bodyweight exercises, it's probably because you're terrible at them. Here's how to identify and wipe out your weaknesses.