Ring One Arm Pull-Up
An advanced unilateral pulling movement where you pull yourself upward hanging from one ring, developing asymmetrical strength and significant arm and back power.
Instructions
- Hang from one ring with one arm
- Use the other arm for assistance or stability as needed
- Pull yourself upward, driving your elbow down and backward
- Bring your chest toward the ring
- Lower yourself back down with control
- Maintain body tension throughout the movement
Tips
- Requires exceptional pulling strength
- Start with both hands for assistance before progressing
- Gradually reduce assistance from the opposite arm
- Practice one-arm hangs to build grip and shoulder strength
- Build strong bilateral pull-ups first
- Use rings for their instability advantage
- Focus on proper shoulder positioning
- This is an advanced skill requiring significant training
Recommended starting values
Sensible novice starting points for each goal, for a lifter aged 25–40. Scale down for smaller frames or older lifters. Treat the first set of any session as a discovery set.
| Goal | Sets | Reps |
|---|---|---|
| Gain strength | 3 | 7 reps |
| Build muscle | 3 | 10 reps |
| Build endurance | 3 | 14 reps |
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