I’ve never really posted on here but I’ve been here for quite some time (I’m busy as hell, not shy). Either way, I want to start connecting more because this forum has been such a great asset in my life.
I started hanging a few months ago and I’m actually hanging 20lbs for 20 minutes at a time, usually only once per day.. At most, twice.
I don’t use any special wrap, just a paper towel folded a few times to keep the hanger from digging into my skin.
I’ve noticed some gains (enough to keep me going) but I’m actually seeking some advice..
After reading everyone’s helpful replies, I know I need to add much more time to my hanging routines (at least 3 sets) but was wondering if it’d make sense to lower the weights and increase the time, or do you guys think I’ve probably strengthened my unit too much to where that wouldn’t be effective?
I started at 5lbs and just increased pretty quickly because I felt I was able to. I’ve been conditioning for a long time (several years) and don’t feel like I’m a complete newbie, but I also don’t want to limit myself trying to do what I *think* is best (I’d rather learn from those who have more experience).
I see people getting some pretty awesome results hanging with less weight than I am using, but with more time.
Start: NBPEL 5.9" / BaseEG 4.9" / MEG 4.4" / TopEG 4.125"
Current: NBPEL 6.5" / BaseEG 5.5" / MEG 5.25" / TopEG 4.9"
Goal: NBPEL 7.5" / BaseEG 6" / MEG 5.5" / TopEG 5.5"