Pull-Up
- Main muscle
- Back
- Also works
- Biceps
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Movement
- Vertical pull · Multi-joint
Equipment
- Pull-up bar
How to do it
- Grip the bar a bit wider than your shoulders, palms facing forward, and hang with straight arms.
- Lift your chest slightly and tighten your belly.
- Pull yourself up until your chin is over the bar, driving your elbows down toward your sides.
- Lower yourself slowly until your arms are straight.
Beginner tip: Lower yourself slowly and try not to swing.