Have you ever had one of those “DDDDUUUURRRRR!!!!!” moments when something completely obvious just hits you right upside your head? Having practiced and dialed in my own pull-up training for a number of years (yes. . .YEARS) you would think that I would have this lift down to a science. I am forever reminded and […]
Grip Variations for Pull Ups- Ryan Williams, PCC
Since September is pull up month here at Primal Fitness Pittsburgh, I’m going to take a look at grip position and the differences between the variations. First the basics-Overhand grip(Palms away from you) is a pull up. Underhand grip (Palms toward you) is a chin up. A neutral grip is with your palms facing each […]
So You Want To Get Your First Pull Up?- The Case for the Inverted Row
Over the past few weeks I have met with a number of women who all had the same goal in mind for their personal feat of strength: they desire the tactical pull up. Nothing works the lats, abs, shoulders, and not to mention your grip strength quite like the pull up. In my humble and […]