My Painful Journey Learning to Muscle Up

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[@laserbeam3860]

Goal Guys the reason y your wrist was hurting is because your using to much of your wrist to get u up when u are trying to do the muscle up it’s all I. The forearm also u need to strengthen your wrist cause I used to have wrist problems but I never stopped grinding in the gym I kept stretching my wrist before I would work out and over time the pain went away

[@DB-xp7qb]

I need help to do my first muscle up , were did you buy the assistance bands

[@nielssrensen4967]

@@DB-xp7qb Google... crossfit bands

[@andrewsomers929]

for your next challenge you should learn how to do the human flag

[@notfunnybro8506]

Andrew Somers haha you are evil sir 😂 jk

[@l.k5244]

It's not that difficult to learn but holding it for a long enough time is

[@Krigalishnikov]

For some reason I can do human flag but am still a bit far away from a muscle up.

[@marcelchalobah7946]

@@Krigalishnikov bruh dats like saying you fond easier to run than walk

[@marcelchalobah7946]

@devon oh I get you. I can only muscle up pistol squat and Banana handstand. I training inconsistently 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️

[@iamfitphil9279]

I made it my goal to muscle up. It took me about 7 years. I got it this year. I was overwhelmed with pride joy and other emotions

[@manojreddy123]

7 years of consistent trials or tried to do a muscle up once every year?

[@patrickroach7688]

I’m 77 and have trained myself and others for quite a while. Your training ethic is admirable and so is your dedication. I recommend that you discontinue your time frame goals and listen to your body and avoid overtraining. With serious goals such as yours, think tortoise vs hare. Patrick

[@Rascal157]

Man. When you get that muscle up. I am just so happy lmaoooo

[@NeedsMoreSubs]

That was a magic moment for sure

[@blackblaze1996]

but... he didnt though. Did I miss it?

[@yeetwchybaban]

@@blackblaze1996 eh

[@explodyz]

@@blackblaze1996 8:16

[@matthewpeinado424]

If you’re interested in developing a really strong upper body and a new skill maybe try climbing regularly. There’s a lot of technique to learn a and it’s a lifelong sport.

[@jeradlinzey2278]

Matthew Peinado climbing is all forearm and grip strength

[@discord6047]

jerad linzey nope. While that is a big factor having a strong upper body helps a lot

[@louthenics143]

jerad linzey also back, and legs

[@sillychinas]

jerad linzey and shoulders and flexibility and compression/chest and lats

[@leonand42]

I did climbing before I went into weight lifting, its an amazing way to build up upper body strength as well as getting a good stretch in the whole body

[@MrBlackyist]

try wieghted pullups it makes muscle ups way easier

[@chrishansen8026]

Pach he already got the muscle up

[@fernando3255]

not really, muscle up gets easier with a correct pulling motion

[@MrBlackyist]

They help you pull more explosively

[@fernando3255]

@@MrBlackyist Sure! however without correct pulling motion, you will be still pulling to your neck

[@GoalGuys]

I have added them to my workout for my next challenge.

[@FitzFilmandEdit]

It took me over a year of consistent training to get from 3 pullups to the muscle-up myself. I think you did fine.

[@josephbXIX]

Man, one thing i love about your channel is that is pure reality in the aspect that there is doubt, that many times you dont achieve exacly what you wanted, but you always improve and is better then at the begining

[@inaa3337]

This is so inspiring! I'm working my way on being able to do a pull-up. At first I couldn't even grab on to the bar for 3 seconds, now I can do pull ups with a band!

[@normiedorian6873]

Nice to see someone putting in the initiative to improve themselves. Good luck

[@hopp2184]

Ina A good job! But in my opinion negative pull ups are better than band assisted ones :)

[@GoalGuys]

That's how you improve. Stick with it!

[@poiau7412]

how the fuck can someone be that piss weak to not be able to hang on a bar for more than 3 seconds do you have some sort of disability?????????

[@Luke_Edmonds]

Poiau , lol I thought that too

[@sabeelm9]

Past few weeks I've been looking up muscle ups, and I knew you didn't have a video on it. But today, look what comes up on my feed.

[@aakosoniscs]

I loved your video man, it was really motivating. It is very brave of you to share your struggles and keep it real. I kinda have the same goals and I'm actually feeling better now because I'm also struggling. I'll keep up the hard work and seek assistance if needed. I hope you achieve your goals. I'll keep following you. Well done!

[@biscotty4156]

Thank you so much for this video!!! I've been trying to learn the muscle up for years now, and this is the encouragement that I really needed!

[@thedrakkennest3531]

That excitement you had after doing one muscle up reminded me of myself when I did one! Keep at it, you got this!

[@korayalkankarakoc5238]

Hello! I watched your video 2 days ago and i scared to get injured, scared to do muscle up attempts. But today, (2 days after to watching your video) successfully i did my first muscle up on first try. And did it in 1 month progression. I did nothing extra, just simple push ups, pull ups and bar dips. In short, trust the progress, trust yourself, believe in yourself. Just try and you will see, you can make it, you will make it. Stay strong, peace. 💪🏾✌🏾

[@dannywelsh4745]

Thanks for posting this. Too many videos out there that make out the MU is easy. They show the start point, miss out the 6 months of solid training and obsessing about getting there and then just show the end result. Like it's really simple. I have been doing this myself now for about 5 to 6 months and I have experienced all the same set backs and challenges you have. I too, can manage just about 2 unassisted on a good day. So no shame in how long it took, because I know I've worked hard and it just takes that long.

[@davisg2208]

The tip about pre-activation through isometric workout helped me nail my first muscle up today. That was the missing piece of the puzzle. Thanks a lot.

[@mtwata]

Thanks for this video. I'd have given up really quickly, but you show that not giving up and getting the right help can get you there. You did really well, because you stuck to it

[@lewisp925]

Great vid! Your videos help keep me motivated to achieve my own fitness goals. Thanks and keep it up 💪 x

[@ectomorph4987]

The perseverance on this guy is amazing. Inspired me to study harder tonight. Lets keep it going guys!

[@RomanKondrachov]

Congratulations man! It was awesome to see your journey and the struggles behind it :)

[@pandacorn1761]

Watching this while I eat cake "I'm getting so motivated!" But I'm super happy for you!

[@mariposa5381]

Stfu willy

[@NFLYoungBoy223]

Amanda Swart junk food get you stronger

[@GoalGuys]

I hope your cake was delicious!

[@mariposa5381]

@@GoalGuys stfu its willy

[@berny2467]

So inspiring my guy! That advice by Kim was gold, I never thought about that.. will be trying that next time!

[@amandam5175]

Such an inspiring video! It's great to see the actual struggles that comes with accomplishing something. You never give up :)

[@odysthenics9693]

Bro that's the meaning "never give up" Best motivation and inspiration

[@tomasgonzalez5441]

THANK you for sharing your story. Its insparing me. I epend 7 months to get my first muscle up ,i felt so happy my life was change

[@donovanh]

I can totally understand and relate to your experience! I've been learning handstands for a couple of years - I thought it would take a few months! But I did pretty much waste a year and a half doing it wrong, and the past few months have seen quite a bit better progress, but the main thing is I have learned from experience how a long term challenge feels. Keep working toward those goals, and do look after yourself! It's a journey. Thanks for sharing.

[@FineAsHell]

Donovan Hutchinson how did you improve your handstand training?

[@HenryHerbertTailor]

You guys are so awesome and post just the kind of videos I love!!

[@matthewhitchcock8577]

Loved your video. It's taking me a while to get confident at pull ups and the tip from the personal trainer was helpful.

[@corrolox]

I do mt first MU in 6m too, now have 2 yr and my record is 10 with no rest Now i learn a a new warm up Ty for this video and gz for your determination

[@fun2gether26]

This was awesome! I've been trying to get one (1) for 1.5 years. I'm now newly motivated!!!! Thank you very, VERY much for posting this. Rick

[@rafalsk99]

I felt so much joy when you finally got it despite all the obstacles on your way 🙏❤️

[@thomasmcbride9751]

Loved this video man, these calisthenics skill challenges are easily my favorite, I also think you should try another piano challenge

[@GoalGuys]

I really want Cam to do a music based challenge!

[@thomasmcbride9751]

Goal Guys would love to see it

[@SonGoku-rl9qf]

Respekt!!! Great Work, i Love seeing people pushing them!

[@jonathanwoodyard3262]

That's really cool, I started exercising two weeks ago and have been working on being able to do a pullup right now. You've given me a lot of good ideas. ...impressed

[@alexjulius69]

And are you still exercising, or has the cake got the better of you?

[@Jujukatrevinkatorze]

Fantastic one. Thanks !

[@wilhelmhesse1348]

Dude I can assure you most KZbinrs who claim to get the muscle up on time didnt or already knew how to do them and werent being honest. Muscle ups from scratch are hard because there is a lot going on, you have to train the body, the back, the arms, the hands, strengthen the muscles, the abdominals etc etc Your journey was a true representation of what it takes the averagely fit joe to do a muscle up and thanks for sharing.

[@guidoluongo5613]

Very excited about what you reached man! im trying to do the same you did since 3 months! thanks!

[@arsalanchaudhry]

For any one that wants to try a different technique that worked for me here is my brute force secret. Instead of doing strict pull-ups, the KEY is explosive pull-ups (shoulder width) with 2 mental components. The first is that you are trying to get as high as you can. The second, when going for the transition think of slamming a car hood as hard as you can. With this in mind, do 50 reps of explosive pull-ups every other day or every workout. (doesn't matter if its even leg day just do 50) I guarantee you in 2 weeks you'll have so much strength that you can get your chest above the bar and from there its an easy dip. Hope this helps anyone :)

[@Mindfulmuscles604]

Thank you for this I didn’t realize that my that my explosive pull up sucks. I can do like 20 strict but I can only do like three explosive pull-ups in a row

[@IowaKim]

You showed great definition and gain in your arms & shoulders. Kudos!

[@Josh-nt1zg]

It’s still awesome to see you staying motivated through injuries and over such a long time even tho you didn’t get your goal still great job man!

[@GoalGuys]

Thanks. This one was a slog!

[@ceirizarry1915]

The most important thing is the advise from the trainers so we learn how to trigger the muscles involved in the activity, keep going and great video!

[@oscarsamuelespinozalovera7909]

I remember my first muscle up, i shed a couple tears of joy. That view at the top....isn't beautiful ,don't you?.

[@tonytran7382]

Your doing great and its much more impressive to look healthy and shredded instead of just a certain exercise that you struggle with, theres always new exercise that comes out every year or so, but getti g shredded is key, its the most impressive, doesnt matter how u get there, everyone journey is different

[@johnnyroycerichardsoniii3273]

Awesome video and respect brother, thanks for sharing ! Like the insights into limiting beliefs at the end.

[@TaylorMadeCrossfit]

This was such a good video, great to see your journey man

[@DIYToPen]

That bandage for tendonitis was hilarious.

[@GoalGuys]

It helped though

[@robertsarra5139]

I

[@williamkelly5689]

Maybe the soy boys need to eat more freaking meat.

[@MacasaurusPlays]

this channel is amazing love the fitness challenges big fan

[@vishalyaduvanshi8846]

Thankyou for the video 👍🙏❤💪

[@Flopsaurus]

That's awesome man. Really happy for you

[@demepalau]

Wow, great job, inspirational, you motivated me, thanks.

[@berritandersen288]

Loved the content!

[@misterlarryb]

Great! Already got some great ideas from the warm-ups. I see a lot of rotator cuff movements that I can use. Thanks for sharing your journey. It helps me and others be more patient and realistic with our goals, and gives encouragement to seek help with sticking points. Thanks!

[@GoalGuys]

Really glad it helped! Best of luck in your own journey!

[@dr.chip-inski5513]

Congrats bro!! This is very inspiring

[@azy3929]

I started pull ups like 2 year ago bc was unable muscle up and still working on it. Last week also wrist apin, doing low presure exercices for wrist and stretch.

[@AFlexibleGamer]

Love your videos guys!

[@lelama3816]

I admire your resilience !

[@salah-dred8576]

Dude your dedication is just amazing , I hope I can be able to do muscle ups one days also 🔥🔥

[@csmihaly]

Fantastic journey. Congrats. Wish I had the willpower to commit and stick to a program and dedication like you did. Again. Bow.

[@CadesComics]

Very cool and inspiring

[@hurricanejain4919]

They really deserve more subs

[@williamkelly5689]

No, they really do not.I watch these guys for motivation on what not to do, they are so freaking beta.

[@EricCKeys]

@@williamkelly5689 they motivate people and at least try a bunch of different things. Kudos to them and anyone who gets motivation from them.

[@adamgil4159]

I'm excited to watch this...

[@silverspaz3366]

One way to really strengthen your muscle ups is to focus on slowly coming down...this would make your training more effective and improve faster! When i was trying to get my slow muscle ups down and ring muscle ups, this really help me train the muscles needed for the transition part of the movement.

[@DannyHodge95]

Great video man, and congrats finally getting there! Have you improved your overall strength as a result?

[@andrewb4984]

One of your best videos.. I think I'll give it another crack. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@jayveazey5887]

I’ve only ever done one muscle up and I’ve never thought of focusing on engaging my scapula, I’ll have to give that a try

[@mosaamiryasin]

This is amazing.

[@chrislowe1767]

Great job

[@koroshiya_1]

I am so happy for you! Nailed that muscle up 🤞

[@AnthonyGertzos]

You guys inspired me to record my muscle up progress back in August! 💪

[@PetarStamenkovic]

Don't be ashamed @9:30. I'm late to the party, but what you're doing is both inspirational and amazing. Thank you.

[@OmeedZolaliTM]

I knew you were planning a big workout related vid since you hadn’t uploaded one in a while but this was just incredible, insane how you managed to do a muscle up in the same amount of time it took me to do 10 pull-ups

[@GoalGuys]

Thanks. This one was a long slog!

[@bitsbobs4685]

I feel you did very well considering that you never did these before. 👍🏽 Also everyone is different and Unique so good on you for getting so far 😊... Love the videos 💯💕

[@jakovmarkovinovic7543]

In my opinion the best approach for that kind of stuff is to work all the aspects of your body simultaneously and let time do the work. You won't even notice how fast time flies when you just have fun and enjoy. Some day you're gonna do it, perhaps without direct intention to do so, and feel awesome.

[@calebbowen7190]

Omg I was binging all of your vids and then you decided to upload! YES

[@yuniw5023]

Dude nothing to ashamed of when u compare ur progress to others, we all came from different backgrounds and eventually we will reach the same goal at some point. Welcome to the club

[@OoMzHowTosandMore]

I’m so proud of you

[@Zb_Calisthenic]

Great video man.

[@YeshuaIsTheTruth]

"I really enjoyed the workouts I did, in spite of how I did in this challenge." Words of a champ, man.

[@matthewmayfield8095]

Everyone talking about overtraining 🙄🙄🙄 You can train full body 6x per week and not be “over trained” for months! It’s mental. Injuries come from poor technique not over training. Great video, bud. I love the commitment. Getting your first unassisted muscle up is such a high!

[@sylendraws1249]

Mike Boyd made it look so easy

[@lehongduong132]

SylenDraws true

[@rohanmarde9303]

That was one of his best videos. IMO he hasn't made a video that good in a long time.

[@iSwearToCod]

1:21 “with actual callisthenics exercises” precedes to lift weights

[@CarsonJaggerFit]

Took me 2 years to get my first muscle up now I can do 16 strict! It’s the straight grind

[@Jizyn]

Congrats Still working on mine

[@eurob12]

You did it, great job

[@Cookie-mv2hg]

I took half year of training to get onto the bar, when I can perform 20 strict pull ups already but lack of those explosiveness, so yeah.

[@fourd633]

Love the originality keep rolling dawg

[@thetigersaysmeow]

FourD did you watch the video? He literally showed other youtubers doing the EXACT same challenge and compared himself directly against them

[@REDandBLUEandORANGE]

When you finally get to the top You feel like you are on top of the world

[@zeldary8302]

Don't be embarrassed of how long did it take you to do the muscle up I'm proud of you bro keep it up😁👍

[@zfazzershroudvietcynide64e58]

progress is progress no matter how slow :)) keep it up 👍

[@roelpastors9588]

awesome that you made it! I really recommend Chris Heria's video's to practice the muscle-up. Helped me a lot!

[@VestigialHead]

+ Roel Pastors I second that. Heria does a good job of breaking down the technique.

[@joseixpertay348]

Oh wow! I just learned that I suppose to exhale as I'm going up and the whole time I've been doing muscle up, pull ups I breathe in on my way back!

[@takeaim420]

Yes ANOTHER incredible video. Dude, you’re absolutely amazing 💪

[@brokegymrat8354]

He’s face after he’s first muscle up was amazing , well done mate

[@stiflingmystrife]

He really went all in on this one. Loved it.

[@Bauer2sPro]

What your pt Kim is advising is a variant of the slow eccentric movement after the mu to train your posterior chain of your muscle. Smart lady

[@MrUKRAINEC]

You are really brave trying muscle ups at 6,5 pull ups. I started training this exercise when I was like over 20 pull ups and over 35 dips)

[@xxfpeter]

Thanks

[@simeonbinde6858]

Did my first muscle up today! Btw very inspiring video!🏋️‍♂️

[@justinzhang6883]

I struggle same too but you inspire me