little me started this discussion ·
hi all, i need some tips on elbow grip please i just cant do it inverted or not it aint happening. i can do forearm and split grip. please help.
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DaniDuB ·
Think of "smelling your knuckles" when you are in your elbow grip. (when trying to do a reverse climb or ayesha) Literally, your hand is in a fist and your knuckles are trying to touch your nose. (not actually touching) Get that elbow close to your knees. So, your forearm will actually be at an angle and not straight.
megan12 ·
Hmm..I'm trying to think of how I do it. I usually make a fist and trap the pole in my elbow. I feel like I try and pull my fist towards my chest. The arm isn't straight on the pole, it's pulling down a bit, like DaniDuB says. I think I put a lot of pressure and force into my forearm. I have a tough time with the split grip and I think that's because your weight must be evenly distributed. In elbow grip, the forearm takes the brunt of it so to speak.
Onga01 ·
I agree with all other tips already mentioned but i would like to suggest getting your elbow very close to you knees and bum back as far as you can get it :) youll get it in no time of you already have split grip etc.