Chin-Up
Primary muscle
Back
Also works
Biceps, Forearms
Pattern
Vertical Pull
Equipment
Pull-up Bar
Level
Beginner / Intermediate
Coaching cues
Underhand grip about shoulder width. Pull from a dead hang until your chin clears the bar, driving your elbows down to your sides — biceps help more than on a pull-up. Lower all the way to a full hang. No swinging.
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