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From Zero to Pull Ups. A beginner’s guide to building the strength required to do your first pull up.

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Pull Up Mate and associated products are no longer available. However, you can still get some great advice and guides on building upper body strength and endurance in our info section and Youtube Channel. 

Keeping your body in position while performing a pull up enables all the correct muscles to be used in their most effective movement. Having good core strength is key for this, as it means you can add tension to your core, maintain a hollow position, and focus on the muscles located in you arm and back to do all the work. It's surprising how much different a strong core makes to not only the pull up, but all exercises across the board. Good form is vital, and this is a necessary step to getting there. You don't need a 6-pack - the core is so much more than just the abs. We're talking the pelvic floor muscles, the internal and external obliques, the diaphragm, the erector spinae, the lumbar muscles, the deep rotators, and all the rest. Start working on your core, and you'll notice the difference in pull up technique almost immediately. ****** Order your portable pullup bar here: https://prf.hn/l/A3xjkM4 ****** See Pull Up Mate on: https://www.pullupmate.co.uk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pullupmate/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pullupmate
Core Development - Pull Up Weak Links: QUICK GUIDE
Just like bicep 21s, dips 21s utilises partial reps worked in with full reps for the ultimate pump and burn, but, for the triceps. Perform 7 reps top half, 7 reps bottom half followed by 7 full range to reach 21 total! ****** Order your portable pullup bar here: https://prf.hn/l/A3xjkM4 ******
Triset: Dips 21s
Working the rear of the arm, this exercise is a great way to dial in on your tricep strength! Having the arms overhead as opposed to pressing down puts more focused attention on the outer part of the tricep, the part that's on show 😉 ****** Order your portable pullup bar here: https://prf.hn/l/A3xjkM4 ****** http://www.pullupmate.co.uk.
Exercise: Extended Tricep Extensions
Targeting the core and thighs, scissors are a great conditioning exercise. Go for as long as possible and feel the burn! ****** Order your portable pullup bar here: https://prf.hn/l/A3xjkM4 ****** http://www.pullupmate.co.uk.
Exercise: Hanging Leg Scissors
A stationary cardiovascular exercise, toe taps are great to work in with your resistance training to add a cardiovascular element. You could add it to the end of an exercise or between sets for active rests! ****** Order your portable pullup bar here: https://prf.hn/l/A3xjkM4 ****** http://www.pullupmate.co.uk.
Exercise: Toe Taps
Conditioning using your pull up mate. These side to side squats work the legs, the lower you go the harder they are. Try these to shape and tone the thighs and glutes! ****** Order your portable pullup bar here: https://prf.hn/l/A3xjkM4 ****** http://www.pullupmate.co.uk.
Exercise: Side to Side Squats
A plyometric exercise, these press ups will work your explosive power. Helping you develop a more dynamic, explosive strength! http://www.pullupmate.co.uk.
Exercise: Alternating Plyo Press Up
Inverted row for back and the running plank for abs. One muscle rests while the other works, get more done in the time you have with supersets! ****** Order your portable pullup bar here: https://prf.hn/l/A3xjkM4 ****** http://www.pullupmate.co.uk.
Superset: Wide Grip Inverted Row SS Alternating Running Plank
The rear tricep dip is a foundation exercise for building your triceps. Start with your feet on the floor then progress to feet raised as seen here! ****** Order your portable pullup bar here: https://prf.hn/l/A3xjkM4 ****** http://www.pullupmate.co.uk.
Exercise: Rear Tricep Dips w/feet Raised
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Pull ups are tough. We all know that. Just getting your first pull up is an achievement in itself. As an adult, you forget how much muscle is required to lift your own bodyweight, and you underestimate the strength required in your back muscles to perform a complete rep – until you attempt it. It’s that point you realise how much work you have ahead of you to get that chin above the bar.

Thankfully, not only is it a simple process to get to that point, but the results at every stage are noticeable. In just 6 weeks we’ll have you doing multiple reps, your back muscles will be massively stronger, and your physique will begin to change. Sound impossible? We promise you it’s not.

From Zero to Pull Ups is a basic pull up progression guide designed to get you firmly on your road to reps. Follow this simple 6-week guide religiously and we guarantee you’ll be there.

It’s simple, clearly explained, with no complex workouts, and not constant training. It’s designed to help you reach your goals without interfering with your work or home life.

All you need is this guide, a pull up bar, and a pinch of determination.

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Keeping your body in position while performing a pull up enables all the correct muscles to be used in their most effective movement. Having good core strength is key for this, as it means you can add tension to your core, maintain a hollow position, and focus on the muscles located in you arm and back to do all the work. It's surprising how much different a strong core makes to not only the pull up, but all exercises across the board. Good form is vital, and this is a necessary step to getting there. You don't need a 6-pack - the core is so much more than just the abs. We're talking the pelvic floor muscles, the internal and external obliques, the diaphragm, the erector spinae, the lumbar muscles, the deep rotators, and all the rest. Start working on your core, and you'll notice the difference in pull up technique almost immediately. ****** Order your portable pullup bar here: https://prf.hn/l/A3xjkM4 ****** See Pull Up Mate on: https://www.pullupmate.co.uk/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pullupmate/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pullupmate
Core Development - Pull Up Weak Links: QUICK GUIDE
Just like bicep 21s, dips 21s utilises partial reps worked in with full reps for the ultimate pump and burn, but, for the triceps. Perform 7 reps top half, 7 reps bottom half followed by 7 full range to reach 21 total! ****** Order your portable pullup bar here: https://prf.hn/l/A3xjkM4 ******
Triset: Dips 21s
Working the rear of the arm, this exercise is a great way to dial in on your tricep strength! Having the arms overhead as opposed to pressing down puts more focused attention on the outer part of the tricep, the part that's on show 😉 ****** Order your portable pullup bar here: https://prf.hn/l/A3xjkM4 ****** http://www.pullupmate.co.uk.
Exercise: Extended Tricep Extensions
Targeting the core and thighs, scissors are a great conditioning exercise. Go for as long as possible and feel the burn! ****** Order your portable pullup bar here: https://prf.hn/l/A3xjkM4 ****** http://www.pullupmate.co.uk.
Exercise: Hanging Leg Scissors
A stationary cardiovascular exercise, toe taps are great to work in with your resistance training to add a cardiovascular element. You could add it to the end of an exercise or between sets for active rests! ****** Order your portable pullup bar here: https://prf.hn/l/A3xjkM4 ****** http://www.pullupmate.co.uk.
Exercise: Toe Taps
Conditioning using your pull up mate. These side to side squats work the legs, the lower you go the harder they are. Try these to shape and tone the thighs and glutes! ****** Order your portable pullup bar here: https://prf.hn/l/A3xjkM4 ****** http://www.pullupmate.co.uk.
Exercise: Side to Side Squats
A plyometric exercise, these press ups will work your explosive power. Helping you develop a more dynamic, explosive strength! http://www.pullupmate.co.uk.
Exercise: Alternating Plyo Press Up
Inverted row for back and the running plank for abs. One muscle rests while the other works, get more done in the time you have with supersets! ****** Order your portable pullup bar here: https://prf.hn/l/A3xjkM4 ****** http://www.pullupmate.co.uk.
Superset: Wide Grip Inverted Row SS Alternating Running Plank
The rear tricep dip is a foundation exercise for building your triceps. Start with your feet on the floor then progress to feet raised as seen here! ****** Order your portable pullup bar here: https://prf.hn/l/A3xjkM4 ****** http://www.pullupmate.co.uk.
Exercise: Rear Tricep Dips w/feet Raised
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Need something to practice on at home?

Door pull up bars just aren’t going to cut it, especially if you’re renting.

And fixed bars? Fine if you own your place and have space outside. But even then they are left out in the elements, parts rust, padding falls apart. 

A portable pull up bar is what you need if you’re serious about building upper body strength. And it’s not just for experts. Start at the beginning, build up strength, work on your back muscles and before you know it, you’ll be pulling 5 reps easily.

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GRAVITY FITNESS PULL UP BAR

Portable, versatile, home fitness

  • Highly versatile- suitable for a full range of exercises including pull ups, dips, leg raises, incline press ups and front and back levers
  • Extended height: 192cm
  • Compact position height: 120cm
  • 3-year warranty against manufacturer defects
  • Carry bag included

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