Workout of the Day
Weighted Pull Ups 1-1-1
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Double alternating Tabata:
- Pull ups
- Double unders
Post weight and repetitions to comments.
Why pull ups?
You might wonder why we train pull ups so often. Are they really that important? Here is an excerpt from the CrossFit Journal on that matter:
"How significant is the pull-up? In our view the pull-up is:
• At least as important as any other upper body exercise
• An essential part of athletic training
• Perfectly functional
• A gateway exercise to highly developmental gymnastics movements
• Singularly unique and valuable, and so has no replacement (“lat pull-down” is a weak substitute)"
How many should you be able to do? We think you cannot really get enough. If you struggle with your first pull up, start with jumping pull ups or use rubber bands for assistance. Set reasonable goals. Start with one, then two, then move your way up to 10 and then 20. Once you get to about 20, it makes sense to improve your maximum pulling strength by adding weights to your pull: Dummbells, kettlebells or a weight vest do the trick. Looking to improve and get one or more pull ups? Show up for class and get some!
