Pull-up
- Movement pattern:
- Pull
- Equipment:
- Pull-up bar
- Level:
- Intermediate
- Primary muscle:
- Lats
- Also works:
- Biceps
Technique
Grip just wider than shoulders, palms away. Start by pulling the shoulder blades down, chin over the bar, controlled descent.
Common mistakes
Kipping/swinging and partial range of motion.
Easier option: Negative pull-up
Harder option: Weighted pull-up, Archer pull-up
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