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Back Exercise: Pull Up

Pull Ups Exercise Example VideoPrimary Muscle

Back (Lats)

Secondary Muscles

Biceps, Forearms

Equipment Needed

Chin Up Bar

Mechanics Type

Compound

Proper Exercise Technique



Keep grip at shoulder width with palms facing away. If necessary a partner can assist by hooking under ankles. Always start each rep fully extended at bottom. Think of your hands as hooks and focus on pulling elbows down rather than pulling body up. Squeeze shoulder blades together at top (imagine squeezing a pencil between them).

Pull Up Exercise - Start Position

chin Ups

Pull Up Exercise - Finish Position

chin ups

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