Got one of those doorway pull-up bars from Amazon ($35, 10/10 would recommend) and managed to do 8 actual pull-ups today. Haven't been able to do that since college. My 9yo daughter was like "Dad you're getting ripped" and honestly? That might've been the best compliment I've received all year. Small wins, right?
Real talk - don't do it every day or you'll destroy your shoulders. I went too hard on mine and was out for 3 weeks. Maybe alternate upper body days? But yeah $35 is insane value.
How long did it take you to get back to 8? I've been wanting to install one of these but I'm starting from like 2 pull-ups max and getting discouraged is real.
This is wholesome but also slightly concerning because now you have to keep doing pull-ups or she'll notice you're regressing 😂
8 pull-ups is legit. That's the kind of thing where you suddenly remember "oh right I'm still a human with a body that can do stuff." Also your daughter hyping you up is peak 9yo energy and honestly deserved.
The doorway ones actually hold up okay? I was worried about damaging the frame but yours sounds solid. Also which brand did you get, the Amazon basics one or something else?
Your daughter saying 'you're getting ripped' might be the most pure dad moment ever lmao. Honestly that's the real win here, not the pull-ups.
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8 pull-ups is legit! That doorway bar is undefeated for the price. What kind are you doing - strict or kipping? Trying to get back to my college numbers too and it's humbling.
Replying to the shoulder concern - this. Did exactly this. Started doing 8-10 reps daily and my rotator cuff was NOT happy. Rest days are your friend.