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StrengthWeighted

Weighted Chin-up

Intensity
3–8 reps
MET
6energy expenditure
Type
Strength

Target muscles

  • Shoulders30%
  • Lats30%
  • Traps20%

Supporting muscles

  • Biceps
  • Forearms
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Pull your elbows down toward your front ribs on each rep.

  1. 1

    Attach the desired weight to a dip belt and secure it around your waist.

  2. 2

    Grip the special bar with palms facing towards you, shoulder-width apart.

  3. 3

    Hang with your arms fully extended.

  4. 4

    Pull yourself up by flexing the elbows and squeezing your shoulder blades together until your chin is above the bar.

  5. 5

    Lower yourself back to the starting position in a controlled manner.

  6. 6

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Expert tip

Keep your core engaged and avoid swinging to maintain proper form and target the intended muscles.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Shrugging the shoulders up at the bottom hang
  • ✕Failing to bring the chin above the bar
  • ✕Dropping rapidly through the lowering phase
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