This post is a follow-up to the pull-up journey I did last year.  The theme, as always, is how you get there.

This is the original video that demonstrates how to do a pull-up like a badass ninja wannabe and not like an actual badass ninja.  Read original post here.

The following video demonstrates a more sensible approach to building upper body strength.

Update 02/14/14 A little help from my uterus.


Wondering what a latissimus dorsi is? Let me Google that for you, Click here and sit back, I’ve already done the work for you. 🙂 Now I’m just a smart ass ninja.

Update: I’ve been schooled by a Navy Seal that what I’m actually doing in the video is a chin up, not a pull-up. I guess I should have googled it first. 🙂

Here is the pull-up assistant thingy I have.  It came with a DVD, but I haven’t gotten to all the ways it can be used.   Lifeline USA Pullup Revolution Plus

Here is the link to the chin up bar I have, ProSource Heavy-Duty Easy Gym Doorway Chin-Up/Pull-Up Bar  Update: It works great, but after years of use, it has chipped the paint on my door frame.  I now wrap the ends with a cloth napkin.

I’ve been told this one is easier on the door frame:  

 

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