Jump Pull Ups
Jump Pull Ups
Body Position:
- Start by standing under the pull-up rack, then jump upwards (power) towards the pull-up bar, perform the pull-up (strength) and return in a controlled (slow) fashion to the initial starting position
- Can only be performed correctly with great upper-body (trunk) stability capability
- Video below shows regular pull up
- For jump pull up, jump toward handle bar, perform pull up, drop down to the floor and jump up again
Pre-Requisite Exercises
- Back Squat
- Pull-Up
Targeted Muscles
- Deltoids
- Trapezius
- Triceps, Rhomboids
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Calves
- Pectoralis Major
Stance & Grip
- Neutral Stance
- Hand-over grip (palms facing forward)
RECOMMENDED LINKS
- http://www.fit-2-hit.com - Blog on Athletic Conditioning & Health
- http://www.conditioning-coach.com - Tennis & Conditioning Coach
Positions:
Common Errors:
Eccentric phase (downward movement) is fast
Body is swinging and return position is different than starting position
Video: