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Hey, Do you have some feedback what I should improve ? Thanks 🙏🏽 I did not expect to be able to lift the 200y
Whats the general consensus on weighted pull-ups technique, when the goal is from straight arms to chin touching the bar.
When I do weighted pull-ups my shoulders inevitably shrug at the top as my traps help me reach my chin to the bar. From a purely strength perspective, is this a bad habit that limits strength gains? Or is this the optimal technique to pull the maximum weight.
Ive seen videos of people showing perfect bodyweight pull-up technique, but when watching them do weighted pull-ups their technique is very different, usually shrugging at the top.
For purely building muscle from weighted pull-ups. Would it better to drop the weight and keep the scapular retracted the entire rom, or would this limit the muscle growth gained. My thinking is pulling heavier from the bottom portion of the pull up is more beneficial than keeping the scapular retracted under lighter loads, as heavier pull-ups lead to more tension at the bottom half.
I would appreciate any pointers or advice on my form, thanks!
I was wondering—since the angle sucks a little—whether this is appropriate depth in a comp.
taking the bar on a hike
347 pound stone to a 52 inch platform. Done inside so I don't cause a traffic jam.
Trying to get to 315x5 in 4 months, but shoulder structure is starting to feel weak. Strength-wise, don’t see an issue. Any advice?
My friend kinda coached me through it. Tips for safety and performance are welcome
500lb/272kg Zercher
I think I had more in me. This was 2 months ago and I’ve gotten significantly stronger since then. Do you think I had 495 in me that day? I’m going for 495 this Friday.
Not a rep PR, but very happy with bar speed after so much volume!
Haven’t done this variation in forever, glad I can still match reps after definitely not tracking my weight the last couple months + hitting strength PRs lol
Surprised to be able to get 6 reps here. I thought I was good for 4 and an unlikely chance for 5. Form on the first rep also didn’t give much confidence, but we made it happen
Been trying to dial in on my OHP movement. Open to tips, advices, and criticism.
Someone teach me arch PLEASE 😭🙏. I can maybe get like 10 more pounds out of that.
First timer strongman competition
230 for 3 easy reps
Powerbelly + egolifting is an undefeated combo
Equal PR, recovery is going well
Equal PR, recovery is going well