There is no better test of upper back strength than the old-fashioned pull up. They reward the fit and the strong, and yes, even the ladies can rock the pull up. Just do what Coach Stevo says.
Coach Stevo's Top Tips
- Pack your shoulders.
- Always start with locked elbows.
- Do not let your legs come up.
- Pull until your chin crests the plane of the bar.
USMC Style
Negative (Eccentric Only) Pull Ups
A Woman Stronger than Any Man You Know
Even Zuzana Can Rock a Set of Pull Ups