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OK, before I turn in - I have recently finally recovered my max set of 5 pullups and a max set of 4 chinups. I want to get to a set of 10 pullups by the end of the year - I have no idea how realistic this is, but I'll give it a shot.

I am also getting a mite frustrated with my cycling. I want to get out into the city, but signalling... I need to practice one-handed cycling, right now I wouldn't be safe among traffic. Still, it feels like good exercise, and I'm making some progress, however slow.
 
AlpineFresco said:
OK, before I turn in - I have recently finally recovered my max set of 5 pullups and a max set of 4 chinups. I want to get to a set of 10 pullups by the end of the year - I have no idea how realistic this is, but I'll give it a shot.
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Technique, my man!

Seriously, technique is *so* important for them. From the painful experiences I've had, some things that come to mind (which you might already be doing!) include:

  • Starting the exercise rep from the bar. If you start with your arms extended, you're more at danger of either seizing a muscle, or locking the arms. Starting with the rep "complete" (chin at bar, for example) helps start the set and maintain better form.
  • Keep an eye on your centre of gravity and core. For a chin up, I'll fold my knees up with heels near my ass, to promote a linear core and better discipline. For pull ups - palms inward - I'd recommend legs extended, and potentially even angling your body so your feet are slightly further ahead of your body. For wide grip pull ups, I tend to have my knees bent again, but the legs at 90 degree rather than folding back like the chin up. You need more full body motion so you don't want to focus a linear core.
  • Try to avoid maintaining a super tight grip on the bars. It'll tempt you to 'cheat' and use your forearms more. At best, it'll reduce the efficiency of the exercise; at worst, you'll pull a muscle or cramp. A looser grip (within reason) should allow you to focus more on using the correct muscle groups.

Them's just the three things that spring to mind. It's amazing how much of a difference they made ... especially the first one!

Let us know how it goes though. Your goal is *definitely* achievable!
 
I bought some jeans yesterday and tried them on at home. Come to find out, I’m 4 sizes smaller than when I began in 2019. Within 6 to 8 months, I got to where I am now (one of the four sizes lost). There’s some toning that needs to happen. Eventually, I plan to wipe the dust off of my exercise bike and kettlebell and use them both like a pro.
 
Good to read of people making progress.

I'm mid-60s, and am finding it discouraging to go to ANOTHER doctor for something that ails me. So, I decided to get serious and lose some weight, work up some exercise to improve blood pressure, and eat better to drop some cholesterol. There was progress on all fronts.

Was making progress ... until I got excessively distracted and tripped by a broken sidewalk. That created a broken arm, with all sorts of negative consequences for weight, exercise, and (as I was looking for some comfort foods) cholesterol. 10 weeks after breaking, 4 weeks into physical therapy exercises, and 2 weeks into more activity, I'm going to get serious again.

My fantasy life ... a friendly wager / support bond with a female losing weight. For every 5 pounds (which is about 2% of my body weight) off, some sort of desired "prize" . I'm pretty good at writing up a story with themes or situations someone wants to read, so I'd offer a story -- but would be open to offering other things that may be a "prize" for a woman. I'm interested in lots of things featured on Literotica ... so I'd be looking forward to getting a story or a few pictures as a reward for reaching a goal. Anyone want to play along? drop me a note or make a comment here.
 
Best of luck to you, @Drizdart

I would love to hear about your journey. This is a supportive thread and I’ve gotten lots of great ideas, etc here.

Much appreciated if the friendly wagers that you mention could be done through your private messages or in the personals section rather than in this thread.

Thanks so much.
 
Why do the workouts that on paper that seem so easy always leave me the sorest?
 
Nice to see this thread still going. I had been doing well, but have been taking it easy the last week or so. This week ahead looks like it’ll be the same. I’ll eventually get back on track.
 
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