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Pull-Up

CompoundIntermediate

How to do it

Shoulders down first, then drive the elbows to your hips.

Muscles

Primary

Lats

Secondary

Biceps, Upper Back, Forearms

Steps to perform

  1. 1Hang from the bar with an overhand grip slightly wider than shoulders.
  2. 2Pull your shoulder blades down, then drive your elbows toward your hips.
  3. 3Pull until your chin clears the bar.
  4. 4Lower to a full hang under control.

Equipment

Pull-up bar

Alternatives

Chin-Up

Lats · Biceps

Lat Pulldown

Lats

Neutral-Grip Pulldown

Lats

Single-Arm Cable Row

Lats

Barbell Bent-Over Row

Upper Back · Lats