This strict variation forces a deep lat contraction and targets areas most chin-ups miss. It's tough, but worth mastering.
Instructions
- Hang from a pull-up bar with an underhand, shoulder-width grip.
- Lean back slightly, keeping your chest up and core engaged.
- Pull yourself up while arching your spine and bringing your chest toward the bar.
- Continue pulling until your sternum touches or nearly touches the bar.
- Slowly lower yourself to the starting position and repeat.
Related Muscle Groups
- Lats
See exercises for Lats · Learn about the Lats - Biceps (secondary)
See exercises for Biceps · Learn about the Biceps - Middle Back (secondary)
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