Pull-Through Inversion

The pull-through inversion is a continuous method of getting rotated up and over the bar in the fastest possible way while maximizing the athlete’s energy input.

It is the first action available to the athlete after takeoff. The correct position at the end of takeoff is what allows the rotation to be accelerated immediately.

It is similar to a pull-through on a rope from a standing position, attempting to raise the hips as high above the grip as possible. The bottom arm leads the rotation through a pulling action, and the same arm then pulls through to raise the hips further above the grip. The top arm follows and amplifies the action.

The pull-through on the pole is performed the same way, and it is the most effective method of raising the hips above the grip in the fastest possible manner.

Raising the body’s center of gravity higher and faster, and without shortening the body lever, is the essence of generating more energy in the system.