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One Arm Pull Up

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How to One Arm Pull Up

Starting Position

1. Get ready by hanging onto the bar with both hands.

2. Grip the bar strongly with the pulling arm, and place the opposite hand on your waist or side.

Proper Form

1. Pull your body up with one arm until your chin goes above the bar.

2. Maintain your balance while going up to keep your upper body steady.

3. Slowly lower yourself back to the starting position while maintaining tension.

4. If needed, it's okay to lightly hook your opposite finger on the bar for assistance.

Breathing Technique

Exhale while going up, and inhale while coming down.

Precautions

1. Attempting without being prepared increases the risk of injury.

2. If you lack strength, use assistive bands or equipment to progress gradually.

3. Make sure to maintain a firm grip to avoid excessive strain on your wrists and shoulders.

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