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Pull-Up Bar Routine: Build Pulling Strength | Combat Fitness

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Published on: 29/10/2026

A pull-up bar routine built for tactical athletes: the exercises, a structured workout plan, and a beginner progression to your first rep. Train for it.

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Grease the Groove: Add Pull-Ups & Push-Ups | Combat Fitness

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Published on: 23/10/2026

Grease the groove is a method of frequent sub-max sets. Add pull-up and push-up reps for your PFT without extra fatigue. Get the rules and schedules.

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Negative Pull-Ups: Build Your First Pull-Up | Combat Fitness

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Published on: 21/10/2026

Negative pull-ups are the proven way to earn your first pull-up and pass military fitness tests. Get the form, sets, reps, and progression. Train for it.

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UBRR Test: Upper Body Round Robin Standards & Scoring

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Published on: 09/09/2026

The UBRR is the nine-event SOF fitness test scored on 1,100 points. Get every event in order, the full points table, and a 12-week plan. Train for it.

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