kipping

Definition

Using hip momentum to assist in pull-ups or other gymnastics movements, controversial for being either efficient technique or shameful cheating depending on who you ask.

Example Usage

CrossFitters do kipping pull-ups for speed and volume; traditionalists consider them sacrilege and an assault on the laws of physics.

Origin

From gymnastics, adapted and popularized by CrossFit as a high-rep strategy

Fun Fact

The kipping vs. strict pull-up debate has caused more internet arguments than politics, with both sides equally convinced of their righteousness.

Source: CrossFit and gymnastics terminology

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