Magic Pull Up is a term used in the fitness world to describe the ability to perform a pull-up with seemingly little effort. It refers to effortlessly pulling oneself up on a pull-up bar, as if defying gravity. This impressive feat requires a combination of strength, technique, and practice. To accomplish a magic pull-up, one must primarily develop upper body strength, particularly in the back, shoulders, and arms. Pull-ups target the latissimus dorsi (commonly known as lats), which play a significant role in pulling movements. Strengthening these muscles through exercises such as rows, lat pull-downs, and assisted pull-ups can help build the necessary strength to perform a magic pull-up.
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Strengthening these muscles through exercises such as rows, lat pull-downs, and assisted pull-ups can help build the necessary strength to perform a magic pull-up. In addition to strength training, correct technique is crucial for executing a magic pull-up. Proper form involves activating the core muscles to stabilize the body, using a controlled motion to pull the body upward, and fully extending the arms at the bottom of the movement.
Houston’s Best Witchy Shops Are Full of Magic
Thorn & Moon Apothocary in the Heights sports a strong Victorian vibe. It's a great spot for stocking up on witchy essentials.
When people think about witchcraft in the South, New Orleans is probably the first city that comes to mind. New Orleans birthed voodoo queen Marie Laveau, after all, and is home to many metaphysical businesses. Despite not having much of a reputation for witchcraft—unless you’re considering the hex someone placed on the Astros this season—Houston actually has a pretty vibrant metaphysical community, including several stores stocked full of essential supplies such as smudges, pendulums, candles, crystals, and tarot cards. Though they often sell similar goods, these shops each have their own distinct personalities and specialties. We toured them all so you can make sure you head to the right place for all your witchy needs.
Absolem’s Midtown Mojo Manufacturers
This East End staple has the particular distinction of being the city’s only voodoo-centric metaphysical shop and temple to Marie Laveau. The business is heavily involved with the local metaphysical community and regularly hosts events on its patio space, so it’s also a great spot to hang out when you’re not in the mood to shop. What we love most about Absolem’s is the shop’s expansive candle collection, including some made in-house. Absolem’s candles are a hot commodity, and several other metaphysical shops in the area keep them stocked, too. The store is also home to hard-to-find spell ingredients like hurricane water and graveyard dust—all ethically sourced.
Body, Mind, & Soul
Three women with a love for books and astrology opened this shop 43 years ago. The pristine, window-filled space offers the most expansive collection of rocks and crystals of any local metaphysical store. Whether you’re on the hunt for apatite, angelite, or ametrine, you’re sure to find some in the shop’s self-serve rock bar, which has exactly 328 different types of stones (we counted). Body, Mind, & Soul also has a well-stocked book section as well as areas for tarot, singing bowls, wind catchers, and incense. Although focused primarily on Wicca, a nature-based Pagan belief system, the shop offers products that accommodate multiple spiritual paths. One really cool thing is that if you want a reading, you can make an appointment for it online (most local shops only do walk-ins). When it comes to readings and consultations, Body, Mind, & Soul offers everything from tarot and hand readings to Reiki (an energy-healing technique), intuitive guidance, energy cleansing, and chakra balancing. It also offers classes in a variety of metaphysical disciplines nearly every day of the week.
Indigo Moons
Our favorite thing about this Spring Branch shop is that it’s home to two cats, Juniper and Onyx, who are known to greet shoppers as they enter. You’ll likely see them scurrying about or lounging on cat beds under a central table. Indigo Moons has an uber friendly staff and hosts regular workshops on topics like doing inner child work, learning about self-love, and the art of meditation. The shop has dedicated rooms for readings, meaning you don’t have to worry about people milling around your space as you’re getting a tarot, bone, or rune reading. Indigo Moons makes a lot of its products in-house, and for $10 (plus the price of the stone of your choosing) they’ll even wire wrap a stone in front of you, which you can then wear on a necklace as a pendant. With goods from over 100 local makers, it’s also a great way to support local small businesses.
The Magick Cauldron
The Magick Cauldron has been a staple in Houston’s Pagan community since 1980, and it’s not just because it sells literal cauldrons: its extensive list of products makes it a one-stop shop for all of your magical needs. The collection of tarot card decks is expansive, as is the wide selection of herbs, jewelry, and candles. Swords, chalices, and robes are also sold here, so you can snag a cool Renaissance festival outfit. What makes the shop unique is its huge library, which includes over 3,000 titles. If you’re new to magic and are looking for some written guidance, you’re sure to find instructions on anything that piques your interest here.
Our Little Red One Shop
Third Ward, Sunnyside
Our Little Red One Shop, Houston’s first Black-owned metaphysical shop, is celebrating its sixth anniversary this October. The shop, which is big on herbalism and holistic healing, is tiny but full of charm. It’s a great spot to stock up on essentials like candles, sage, and crystals, and it also makes its own oils, which can be used in candle work or for anointing yourself. While there’s now has a larger second location in Sunnyside that offers services like Reiki, life coaching, singing bowl therapy, and yoni steaming, the original location is great if you want a quick tarot or candle reading or a cleansing. The readings are done at a table in the back of the shop hidden behind a privacy screen, which lends an authentic, DIY vibe to the experience.
Pixie’s Intent
Pixie’s Intent is divided into several rooms, each with a distinct purpose. Looking for some herbs? Head over to the apothecary room. In need of items for your altar? Spend some time in the altar room, stocked full of candles, statues, and oils. On the hunt for some crystals? The rock room has a steady supply of them. A new tarot deck? There’s an entire room dedicated to them. The subdivided floor plan lends it an incredibly homey vibe, making it a space you’ll want to spend a lot of time in. The shop also has a ton of variety, with products from over 200 local makers.
There are plenty of pendulums to choose from at Thorn & Moon Apothecary.
Thorn & Moon Apothecary
We love how well-curated Thorn & Moon Apothecary is. And you can rest assured that whatever you purchase from this Victorian-themed Heights witchcraft staple will be of the highest quality—from handmade brooms to crystal grids and wands. The shop also offers its own product line, which includes candles, sprays, salts, and altar cloths. If you’re a novice witch, consider checking out the shop’s spell kits, which come with everything you need to perform a spell, whether that be a love spell, protection spell, or a spell for prosperity. Thorn & Moon recently reopened in a new, larger space that includes a dedicated reading room, a witch’s kitchen, and a room for pop-ups and workshops, meaning it’s a great spot to hang out in addition to doing some shopping.
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Maintaining a steady and controlled pace is essential to avoid relying on momentum and maximize the engagement of the target muscles. Consistent practice is also key to achieving a magic pull-up. Progression should be gradual, starting with assisted pull-ups or modified variations, and gradually increasing the level of difficulty as strength improves. Regularly incorporating pull-up exercises into a fitness routine and setting achievable goals can help track progress and motivate continued improvement. While a magic pull-up may seem like an unattainable feat, it is achievable through dedication, proper training, and perseverance. It is a testament to one's physical strength and can be a source of pride and accomplishment. So, lace up those sneakers, hit the gym, and work towards making a magic pull-up a part of your fitness repertoire..
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