Is anyone able to do the 5 sets x 8-12 reps of pull-ups? I can only do 3 on my first set, with each subsequent set being halved. At set 5 I'm doing about a quarter of a pull-up.
Only the strongest of people will be able to make 5 sets 8 x10 solo. If possible have a partner give you a boost when your muscles fail you around set 3, or switch to the angled pull-up. But what your doing is fine to as your definitely reaching failure. We can't ask anymore than that.
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Only the strongest of people will be able to make 5 sets 8 x10 solo. If possible have a partner give you a boost when your muscles fail you around set 3, or switch to the angled pull-up. But what your doing is fine to as your definitely reaching failure. We can't ask anymore than that.
I can do 8 for the first 3 sets or so. If I am feeling strong I can almost eke out 5 sets of 8
That's good to know Patrick; I was feeling like the weakest of the weak. I think I would need a step ladder to do as many as Nate.
-A
I do about as well as Nate. Try twisting and doing a full side kick with both feet at the top of the pull up to enter a new dimensions of burn.
Adrian, you aren't the weakest of the weak, believe me!!! lol
Man I feel like if I do almost as many as patrick I am doing something wrong! He is way more ripped than me lol
Well Maybe I'm not letting my self go down as far as a should I'll try them different today and let you know.
And no lie the word I have to type for verification is . . .
"Hobag"
Priceless
Ha ha from now on Nate will be known as "Hobag"
Hey Hobag, pass the chips!
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