Chin-up
Chin-up is a bodyweight pull exercise for the back, and it also works the biceps and forearms. If you cannot do it, Assisted Pull-up Machine or Barbell Row are good swaps.
Muscles worked
Back · main
Biceps
Forearms
How to do it
- Hang from the bar with an underhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart.
- Pull your shoulders down and squeeze your glutes.
- Pull until your chin clears the bar, elbows pointing forward and down.
- Lower slowly to a full hang.
Watch out: Swinging your legs or stopping short of straight arms at the bottom.
Alternatives
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