its that time of year... bikini season is just around the bend, and I've got to look my best. :deek:

I've got these exercises I used to do at home that kept me in pretty good shape, but I haven't done them regularly for about 2 years... time to get back on the horse.

I was just curious what the difference between pullups and chinups (i don't remember which is which). Basically, I have to use a big I beam in the basement, so all I can do is w/ my palms facing away. I know that way is a bit harder, but I was curious if it has an improved/deminished effect on muscle shape/development or whatever.

 

i think it does make a better improvement to certain muscles. yea i need to get my ass up and start getting buff for the beach.

 

I don't know about the specifics but I can usually do about 12 pull-ups. :dunno:

 

which is which? Is a pull-up with your palms facing out, or is it the other way around?

 

http://dictionary.reference.com/search?q=pullups
http://dictionary.reference.com/search?q=chin-up

 

A pull-up usually concentrates your lats, back, and shouders, and is done about 18" wider than shoulder width with your palms facing away.

Chin-ups are done with arms at shoulder width with palms facing towards you. This will target your biceps and shoulders.

 

if they're the same thing then how are you supposed to differentiate? For instance I can do about twice as many with my palms in than I can with my palms out.... its not the same thing. :thinking:

 

:werd: thanks for clearing that up.

 

np mang, PM me if you need workout info

 

what if you hands are inbetween a pull-up and a chin-up?

kinda like you are holding two swords :eek3: