There are two ways to achieve this feat:
1 ) Train for the “one arm chin-up.” There are lots of popular methods that do this directly.
2 ) Bring a high level of “unilateral pull work” or a diverse range of “types” of pulling work into your practice. Attack it from a place of inquiry, and from different angles.
On the surface, option one seems more direct.
However, we find that this is like saying “I want to build a 50 million dollar company.”
a) What’s missing there?
Well, a lot. But let’s start with the journey. What’s the environment like? Is it a company you enjoy working at/on? Do you love to show up at work?
b) What’s likely to come alongside that?
Frenzy and burnout.
With high level, or complex strength or movement goals, it is no different. I’ve seen countless people go for option one, and yet I actually don’t know anyone who has “achieved” the movement with this method.
When we go for option two, it feels slower and yet we find sustainability and enjoyment. Each progression is as important as the end result.
We are able to enjoy the process of showing up again, and again.
Whether it’s the movement or the business, what happens when you give yourself the permission to slow it down (and “break it down”)? If you can create a process that you enjoy and relieve some of that frenzy towards the “end goal,” you might be surprised on the upside.
**If you’re a coach/trainer/exercise pro and want to see some deeper insights in the art and science of your craft, my good friend Vik has set up a growing online community for coaches where you can level up. You can find him on Instagram at @vik_hawksley
