Today, we are featuring pulls ups in our Free upper body workout routine. Pull ups are one of the most commonly overlooked exercises but crucial in building upper body strength. Pull ups engage upper body muscles; shoulders, back, biceps, triceps and back.
To do a proper pull up; overhand grab the bar and pull up until neck reaches height of hands.
Warm up: 10 minute jump rope, 30 second plank (repeat once)
Workout:
- 1. Pull Ups 3-3-3-3-3-3 (6 sets of 3)
- Advanced = max weighted pull ups
- Beginners = use band for assistance
- 2. Advanced = Take your heaviest set (with the weight) multiply that by 50% now do pull ups with that weight for a total of 50 reps for time, take short breaks as needed and post your time!
- Bodybuilder Example: if max set is 80 lbs do 40 lbs weighted pull ups
- Athelete Example: if max set is 40 lbs do 20 lbs weighted pull ups
- Intermediate Example: 50 reps no weight
- Beginners Example: 50 reps with knee band
The pull-up is an underrated by effective exercise.
yes, very effective!