Classification
Type | basic |
Mechanics | compound |
Direction | pull |
Equipment | high bar |
Additional Equipment | - |
Instructions
Preparation
Grasp pull-up bar with shoulderwide underhand grip.Execution
Pull body up until chin reaches bar. Lower body, keep arms slightly flexed. Repeat.Variations / Comments
-![Bodyweight Only Chin-up | Starting Position Bodyweight Only Chin-up Starting Position](/data/exercisefiles/32/1332.jpg)
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![Bodyweight Only Chin-up | Ending Position Bodyweight Only Chin-up Ending Position](/data/exercisefiles/33/1333.jpg)
Muscles
Target | Latissimus Dorsi |
Synergist | Brachialis | Brachioradialis | Deltoid, Posterior | Pectoralis Major, Sternal | Rhomboids | Trapezius, Lower | Trapezius, Middle | Biceps Brachii |
Stabilizers | Biceps Brachii |
![Bodyweight Only Chin-up | Muscles Front Bodyweight Only Chin-up Muscles Front](/data/musclemaps/23/723.jpg)
Front
![Bodyweight Only Chin-up | Muscles Rear Bodyweight Only Chin-up Muscles Rear](/data/musclemaps/24/724.jpg)
Rear
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