Can't do a pull-up? Then you definetely need to enhance your strength. Being able to accurately and competently perform a chin-up is a great way to build upper body strength.
Instructions
1. Mount your chin-up bar in a roomy area sturdy enough to handle your weight. A doorway or hallway entrance work best.
2. Place a chair, box or workout bench under your bar and step up so you can easily grasp the bar in the aforementioned underhand grip.
3. Hoist your body so you are holding your weight on the bar, then cross your feet behind you. Your chest should be as close to the bar as your hands will allow.
4. Descend, slowly, allowing at least 10 seconds for your arms to fully extend and your body weight to fall well below the height of the bar.
5. Perform three sets of this maneuver, pausing in between the sets for 90 seconds to rest and regain some stamina. The slower you lower your body, the more you will build upper body strength.
6. Enhance your routine by adding additional sets, after successful mastery of the initial three. In addition, take less time between sets to keep your muscles burning.
7. Reverse the process by starting with your arms extended and your body below the bar. Pull, using an underhand grip, until you raise your body to the point your chin is above the bar and your chest is parallel to your hands. By doing this routine you will successfully build upper body strength.
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