Recruitment Pulls

Find a few specific edge sizes on a hangboard, get fixed underneath them with the board overhead, and pull with max effort, 1 arm at a time, for 3-5 seconds. When positioning for this get set up with a large elbow angle (120-150 degrees) and not in full extension.

Exercise Profile

Category
Isolation
Primary Muscle
Arms
Equipment
Bodyweight
Difficulty
Beginner

Recommended Sets & Reps

beginner
3 sets of 10-12 reps
intermediate
4 sets of 8-10 reps
advanced
4 sets of 6-8 reps

Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Recruitment Pulls work?

Recruitment Pulls primarily targets the arms.

What equipment do I need for Recruitment Pulls?

Recruitment Pulls requires bodyweight. No gym equipment needed.

Is Recruitment Pulls good for beginners?

Recruitment Pulls is rated beginner difficulty. It is suitable for beginners.

Is Recruitment Pulls a compound or isolation exercise?

Recruitment Pulls is a isolation exercise, meaning it focuses on a single joint and muscle group.