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Apr 15, 2025 31 min

72. Breaking Down Research: Improve Your Pull-Up With Instability Training

from Modus Cafe: Conversations Beyond Climbing Hosted by Mercedes Pollmeier & Katja Dove

In this episode, Mercedes Pollmeier and Steve Bechtel explore a research study that challenges traditional views on strength and endurance training. They discuss the implications of instability training, its effects on performance, and practical applications for climbers. The conversation emphasizes the importance of rethinking training methods to enhance strength and endurance without the need for heavy lifting. Join us in the conversation and leave a comment below! Join Modus Training with this 3 month membership special! https://www.modusathletica.com/offers/C5hDL5aq If you'd like to work one-on-one with me, visit my website for more details https://www.modusathletica.com/coaching Intro To Training Masterclass is free way to work with me: https://www.modusathletica.com/masterclass 00:2:25 Intro to study 00:7:53 Unstable training 00:13:20 Practical tips for unstable training 00:16:17 How to integrate it in your training 00:19:13 Training endurance through strength 00:23:27 Conclusion from study 00:25:44 Lower body exercise Research Study: Li Q, Yan J, Qiao M, Quan J, Chen Y, Gong M, Niu W, Wang L. Eight-week lat pull-down resistance training with joint instability leads to superior pull-up endurance performance and reduced antagonist coactivation in recreationally active male college students. Eur J Sport Sci. 2025 Jan;25(1):e12243. doi: 10.1002/ejsc.12243. PMID: 39716392; PMCID: PMC11667758.

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