I have a pullup bar that's not too high, my right hand can grasp it no problem but my left hand can't. But am thinking if I can find some kind of glove that will fasten my left hand to the bar, I could recline my chair and use the bar to assist me practicing sitting up. And hopefully wok my arms and back the same time (do pullups work the back?) And hoping if my hands are securely holding the bar while sitting that I cold also try to stand up using my legs and arms and once I get there practice squats. It seems if I could get figured out to get my hands secure on the bar that there would be several things I could practice for great improvements. It may not be easy to start but I see logical unimaginable potential. And it would make the most of working several muscle groups at once, making the most of the time. Thoughts on this idea appreciated. And the best easiest kind of glove for grasp if anyone knows.
Hello Abacoian, Before I learned to climb up a ladder rope to do pull-ups, I used a pair of Schiek wrist/hook straps. They work excellent to hold you up. If you can gain strength doing wrist curls you can manage climbing a ladder rope. It took me a year to master climbing the rope and doing pull-ups. Now I do them all the time. It will really help strengthen your upper body and back.
I have found the stronger I get the better off I am to transfer and move around independently. I was very athletic prior to sci nine years ago next month. I was a daily runner and ran many races a year. Loved working out and running. It gave me a clear mind and relaxed me like a good bottle of wine. I also do it for my age and to be prepared for any trials that may come along. I still have the hope, maybe someday we will get a second chance.
I was looking at the harbinger lifting hooks as well, think they may just slip over the bar without need for strapping. Joe keep fighting. If you haven't seen the angry quad please check this out:
I have found the stronger I get the better off I am to transfer and move around independently. I was very athletic prior to sci nine years ago next month. I was a daily runner and ran many races a year. Loved working out and running. It gave me a clear mind and relaxed me like a good bottle of wine. I also do it for my age and to be prepared for any trials that may come along. I still have the hope, maybe someday we will get a second chance.
That's awesome Joe, keep it up! I definately think we'll get a second chance