Category Archives: Parallette Training

Parallettes (or “P-bars”) are a gymnastic training tool designed to mimic the large parallel bars often seen in gymnastic competitions in a smaller form that can be used closer to the floor.

We like using parallettes exercises because they allow a neutral wrist position and greater leverage for learning various hand balancing moves like L-sits, the planche, and bent-arm stands. They’re also great for increasing the range of motion on handstand push-ups and related exercises.

Homemade parallettes are easy to put together and fun to use, so check out these parallette training tips to get started.

Top Parallette Training Questions – Can I Use Kettlebells in Place of Parallette Bars?

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Kettlebells are great, but they don’t belong in your parallette training workouts. Here’s the deal: Proper parallette training requires a stable platform to perform movements.

Top Parallette Training Mistakes – Playing Favorites

Don’t play favorites with your parallette training moves! In this video, Ryan discusses the importance of exercise variation in your parallettes workout.   Tips For Success Don’t get stuck doing the same movements over and over Balance is crucial – Too few or too many variations will not get you to your goal Exercises should…

How The Parallettes Can Help You Nail Your Handstand

Have you been struggling to perfect your handstand? If you find yourself having trouble with your wrist strength, utilizing parallettes in your handstand training can help.  

How Wide Should I Set My P-Bars?

Today’s video is short and sweet – if you’re just starting out with parallette training, it’s important to set your p-bars to the proper width to get the most out of your training. How do you know how wide they should be set? This simple video explains a quick tip you can utilize to ensure…

Top Parallette Training Mistakes – Bad Form

Sometimes, life demands sacrifices…but good form on the parallettes shouldn’t be one of them! Bad form is another common mistake we see in parallette training, and here’s why we recommend going slow, paying attention, and refraining from the temptation of pushing past your limits just to “get the move:”

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