Pull-up

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Instructions Preparation Reach up and grasp bar with wide overhand grip. Execution Pull body up until neck reaches height of hands. Lower body until arms and shoulders are fully extended. Repeat. Comments Range of motion will be compromised if grip is too wide. Easier To decrease difficulty, use assisted machine, assisting partner, or self assisted by placing feet on bench or floor under bar Machine Assisted Harder Added weight can be placed on dip belt or dumbbell can be placed between ankles to increase intensity. Weighted Pull-up

Classification  Utility: Basic  Mechanics: Compound  Force: Pull Muscles Target Latissimus Dorsi Synergists Brachialis Brachioradialis Biceps Brachii Teres Major Rhomboids Levator Scapulae Trapezius, Lower Pectoralis Major, Sternal Pectoralis Minor Dynamic Stabilizers Triceps, Long Head