First workout with the pull-up bar

As with any training, correct and controlled execution is very important when doing pull-ups. The intense strain on the shoulders, chest, and back is relatively prone to injury. So you should always be relaxed and warmed up before your workout on the pull-up bar. For example, swing your arms loosely back and forth, rotate them in your shoulders, or stretch your shoulders by pulling your upper arm towards your chest. Don't forget your neck either: gently move your head in every possible direction to promote blood circulation and flexibility there as well.

For beginners, a simple pull-up is often already a challenge in itself. But don't give up if at first you can only do a few, one, or maybe no pull-ups at all! When starting training, our NEOLYMP fitness bands can also help you. You can easily attach these to the pull-up bar and wrap the other end around your leg to assist you in pulling yourself up. If you don't have these, a second person can also support you. If that doesn't work either, try negative movements first (see below). For this, you need a slightly higher stool.

Now to the practice: If necessary, have a stool ready so you don't have to jump up to the pull-up bar. The easier grip is the underhand grip. That means your palms face towards you. This way, your biceps can support you best. The overhand grip, on the other hand, puts more strain on the forearm. Grip the pull-up bar slightly wider than shoulder-width. Whether you use the monkey grip or wrap your thumb around is irrelevant.
Let your legs hang loosely. They should not move during the exercise, so don't swing or "catapult" yourself up. Keep your back straight, pull your shoulder blades together and down, and tighten your abdomen. Now pull yourself up slowly and controlled. The strength comes from your back, which is why it is really important not to let your shoulders fall forward. Pull yourself up as high as possible so that your chin is level with the pull-up bar.
Now don't just let yourself drop! The negative movement is just as important as pulling up. So lower yourself slowly and controlled, still paying attention to your posture: shoulders pulled back, straight back, relaxed legs. Do not hyperextend your elbows at the bottom to protect your joints.

If you can do 10 pull-ups in a row, you belong to a small circle of particularly fit people. Not many can do that! (Very questionable paragraph. I want to motivate somehow again)

By the way: The NEOLYMP pull-up bar is not only particularly stable but also extremely easy to store – for example, folded up and hung on the clothes rail!