Pull up
An intermediate strength exercise that targets the biceps and latissimus dorsi.

Muscles Targeted
Primary
- BICEPS
- LATISSIMUS DORSI
Secondary
- BACK
- REAR DELTS
- CORE
How to Perform
- Grip the bar shoulder-width and pull chest toward the bar with a full scapular retraction. Avoid kipping; control the descent. Use band assistance if necessary since free-weight confidence is beginner.
Equipment Needed
- Pull Up Bar
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General Safety
These general guidelines apply to every exercise: warm up first, choose a load and range you can control, and stop if you feel pain. Ask a qualified professional before training around an injury or medical condition.
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