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Is it healthy to do push-ups after doing pull-ups? or will this likely cause an injury?

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Dr. David Trettin answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

No: after I run I do pull- ups( mostly biceps/ upper arm) and then push- ups ( mostly pecs and triceps )... They actually complement each other well ! Good luck!

Dr Harte and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 5/11/2016

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