Partial Rep Pullups?

I know most people say to always do full reps on pullups/chinups, but the last 1/4 of the movement, seems to be very inneficient for me.

If im trying to build good strength and size, would it be a good idea to do heavier weighted pullups for the lower 3/4 of the movement where im strongest, and then do lighter weighted partials for the top 1/4 of the movement seperately?

There was a thread about a video of Matt Kroczaleski (a seriously strong 220lb powerlifter) doing partial range of motion pull ups. Apparently he thinks the partial chins work for him. I’m certainly not going to argue with him.

Personally, I don’t think you do yourself any favors when you limit your range of motion just to add more weight. If you find that it works for you, do it. Just don’t go around bragging that you can do X amount on weighted pull ups when your chin doesn’t get above the bar.

Matt was using a very wide grip in that video and if you’ve ever seen his back in person I don’t think anyone could argue with the results. Do what works for you.

To me, it’s like the last part of a curl…damn near worthless. I know the “chin up militia” will bitch about that statement, but fuck em. Now, I dont think that’s an excuse to do sloppy pullups or not BE ABLE to do full range.

I do them both ways to be sure. But, like Krozaleski, I’m a big guy with a big back, and i seem to get best results doing a 3/4 movement.

I’ve recently started doing 3/4 pull ups (“noses”) and have to say I love em.

I feel it a hell of a lot more in my back than noraml full range’ers.