# Part 2: Hand Awareness on the Pull-Up Bar

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Podcast: [Mindfulness, Movement, and Exercise](https://stenobird.com/podcast/mindfulness-movement-and-exercise-6528171)
Published: 2026-01-25T22:30:06+00:00
Episode link: https://jennpilotti.substack.com/p/part-2-hand-awareness-on-the-pull
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## Resource

In the first video, we explored how your hands work differently when moving on the ground. Now let’s take those same concepts vertical. This exploration uses a pull-up bar (or stall bars) to help you discover how hand rotation creates tension and makes hanging, pulling, and inverting feel lighter and more coordinated. You’ll learn: * How to position the bar in your hand for a secure grip * How rotating your pinky fingers toward the bar helps you engage your shoulders * How rotating your thumbs toward the bar creates a different quality of movement * How to apply these principles when your hands are stacked vertically (essential for rope, pole, or silk work) Remember: one hand naturally generates more rotation while the other provides stability. Both roles matter. You don’t need two hands that do the same thing. Start slow, focus on the sensations, and notice how small shifts in hand rotation change your entire experience on the bar. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jennpilotti.substack.com/subscribe

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