PURPOSE
The Decline Pull-Up is the third exercise in Suspension Training Drill.
This exercise uses the suspension trainer to decline the body to increase the challenges to the shoulder and arm muscles using body weight.
Decline exercises use a backward lean.
The Figure above shows the exercise as a Soldier conducts it.
CADENCE
Controlled cadence
STARTING POSITION
The starting position for the Decline Pull-Up is the Straddle Stance position with the suspension straps held at tension at chest level using a closed, pronated overhand grip.
COUNT
● From the starting position, lean back either by moving the feet further beneath the strap handles or extending the elbows.
● From the declined position, pull back up on the straps by bending the elbows to bring the strap handles level with the outside edge of the shoulders.
The body remains straight throughout the movement.
REPETITIONS
● To increase the workload or challenge, lengthen the straps to increase the angle of the decline.