Pull ups and chin ups are a great form of exercise. Doing these exercises can help you build muscle in your forearms, biceps, triceps, chest, and back. Now, you can do these exercises from the comfort of your own home, with out the expense of going to the gym.
There are three basic types of different pull up bars; stand alone, mounted, and removeable. Each has their different advantages and drawbacks; it all depends on what your specific needs are. There are 2 types of pull up bars that fit into your door way and one that can be placed anywhere.
Stand alone type pull up bars are made up of several parts that allow you to disassemble it and move it whereever you want. You can place this pull up bar assembly either inside your home or outside. However, if you are planning on placing it outside, be sure that it is equiped to withstand the weather.
Mounted Pull up bars actually bolt into the door frame. They usually come with two sets of brackets so that you can move the bar to a higher or lower position. This type of bar is great if you have a home gym set up and you are not worried about having to move your set up.
Removeable pull up bars actually have bars that sit above and inside the door frame. It is held in place by your weight on the bar. There are also bars on the outside that pivot upward over the back of the door frame that allows the whole pull up bar to sit above the frame. The other part of the pull up bar fits through the frame and has bracing bars that press against the trim around the door. These types of pull up bars are great if you need to move your work out area, or if you don't want unsightly brackets in your doorways.
Pull ups can be a great form of exercise and now you can do them in your own home. With the basic types of different pull up bars it should be easy to find one that meets your needs. Whether you choose a stand alone, mounted, or removeable pull up bar; be sure to choose the one that best fits your lifestyle.
