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1.01
StrengthSpecial Bar

Pull-up

Intensity
5–10 reps
MET
4energy expenditure
Type
Strength

Target muscles

  • Lats70%

Supporting muscles

  • Biceps
  • Forearms
  • Shoulders
  • Traps
Language:RUEN

How to do it

Keep your glutes squeezed and your feet together throughout the entire set.

  1. 1

    Grip the special bar with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.

  2. 2

    Hang from the bar with your arms fully extended.

  3. 3

    Pull your body up until your chin is over the bar, focusing on using your lats.

  4. 4

    Lower yourself back down to the full hang position with control.

  5. 5

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Expert tip

Lead with your chest and pull your elbows down towards your hips to fully engage the lats.

Common mistakes

  • ✕Kipping with the lower body to build momentum
  • ✕Stopping short of full arm extension
  • ✕Dropping rapidly from the top position
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