GYMEMO EXERCISE LIBRARY
Pull-up
Grip the pull-up bar on the rack with your palms facing away and hang from it. Keep your back straight and set your shoulder blades. Exhale and slowly pull your body up until your chin passes the bar. Keep your elbows close to your sides, then lower slowly.
Pull-up
Grip the pull-up bar on the rack with your palms facing away and hang from it. Keep your back straight and set your shoulder blades.
Exhale and slowly pull your body up until your chin passes the bar. Keep your elbows close to your sides, then lower slowly.
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Key points
- Draw your shoulder blades together and focus on your back
- Think of pulling your elbows toward your sides
- Move slowly and carefully without swinging
Cautions
- Use a form that does not strain your shoulders, elbows, or wrists
- Prioritize proper form over forcing extra repetitions
- Do not swing; focus on contracting your muscles
MUSCLES
Main muscles
- Latissimus dorsi
- Rhomboids
- Biceps
- Teres major
Equipment: Pull-up bar, power rack
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