The Down Low on the the “Kip”

The Kipping Pullup is CrossFit’s default pullup.  When people ask about kipping pull-ups, wondering if it’s “cheating”, you’ll hear a response saying “Kipping pull-ups and strict pull-ups are just two completely different exercises.” Not exactly true, but there are pros and cons to each one. Why the kipping pull-up?  To accomplish a kipping motion, first ...

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