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First MAX PULL UP test since dabbling with new training ideas Been doing a lot of reps at 5-8 Slow & controlled + weighted Here’s what today’s test taught me NEED MORE: -I’ll need more SPEED in my reps if I’m going to set a personal best (30+) -More...

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