0/6
Lvl 1
1 rep
Lvl 2
2 reps
Lvl 3
3 reps
Lvl 4
4 reps
Boss
5 reps
Master
8 reps
Grab a Chin Up bar and a Medium sized resistance band. Loop a Medium band securely over the Chin Up Bar. If required, stand on a sturdy box or step, ensuring that your chin is over the bar when standing. Grab the band in your hands, push down on it using assistance from your bodyweight and put one foot into the band. Push the band down as you extend your leg, before putting the other leg into it. Grip the bar with your hands roughly shoulder width apart, with your palms facing toward you (supinated). Activate your back muscles by squeezing the bar as though attempting to bend it in half. Generate tension throughout your lower body by squeezing your feet, thighs, butt, and legs together. Maintain a proud chest and lift your head towards the sky, creating a seamless straight line from your head to your heels. Once you’ve created full body tension, hover your feet off the floor by pointing your toes and extending your legs in front of you. Initiate the pull by engaging your arms and back muscles. Lift your chest towards the bar, keeping your shoulders down and avoiding any shrugging. Continue pulling until you reach the highest point achievable (ideally chin over bar without jerking it over) and without compromising your form. With control, lower yourself back down to the starting position. Repeat for your target number of reps.
Perform M Band Assisted Chin Ups 2-3 times per week. Perform 3-5 sets of your target reps. Each week aim to improve your form, making it more strict while aiming to add 1 or more reps until you have completed 5 reps to achieve the "Boss" level. Once you have completed the "Boss" level with good form, we recommend you move on to the next exercise. Come back at any time and attempt to master this exercise.
Bodyweight Chin Ups, while highly effective for building upper body strength, require careful execution to mitigate the risk of injuries, particularly to the shoulders and elbows. It's essential to exercise caution and follow proper technique to ensure a safe and effective training experience. To prevent overloading the joints and minimize the risk of injuries, adopt a gradual progression approach. Focus on mastering proper form before attempting more advanced variations or increasing intensity.
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