One-Arm Chin-ups (cheating)
Bodyweight Strength - This exercise is going to be performed exactly like real one-arm chin-ups except that on this version you will grip your other hand onto the wrist of the hand that's grasping the chin-up bar rather than putting it behind your back. This will allow you to partly utilize this other arm to assist in pulling up as well. However, because only one hand is hanging on the bar, it will have to get accustomed to gripping tight enough to support your entire bodyweight throughout the entire lift. This will help prepare your hand strength for eventually performing true one-arm chin-ups.
As you get stronger on these you can progress them in two ways:
Disclaimer - We do not recommend performing any exercise without the supervision of a highly qualified bodyweight strength professional present with you. This detailed exercise description is for informational purposes only. Consult your physician before attempting any strength training program or attempting this exercise or any of the other exercises on www.bodyweight-strength.com
As you get stronger on these you can progress them in two ways:
- Add additional weight by hanging a weight dip belt around your waist or by clasping a dumbbell between your thighs.
- Or by reducing the amount of assistance that you allow your assisting hand to provide when pulling yourself up.
Disclaimer - We do not recommend performing any exercise without the supervision of a highly qualified bodyweight strength professional present with you. This detailed exercise description is for informational purposes only. Consult your physician before attempting any strength training program or attempting this exercise or any of the other exercises on www.bodyweight-strength.com