Spinal decompressions and breathing

[dylanamus]

I do 3x30 second spinal decompressions post workout. I don't use grip aides, as I'm trying to increase my grip strength at the same time.

I find that while fulling hanging (my feet don't touch the ground) from the chinup bar, I find breathing rather difficult. It seems like my delts and traps are partially suffocating me. Looking directly upwards allevaites the suffocation somewhat, but not entirely.

What's going on here?

[bigwhat62]

you gotta make sure you pull your shoulder blades back and down.

[dylanamus]

I guess they roll forward and stretch up when I fully relax... I'll give it a go, thanks!

[bigwhat62]

also, try to grab a little wider too

[dylanamus]

This seems to be working a little better. Thanks. Oh and nice avatar! I've got their DVD hehe