The Pull up exercise is performed on a pull up bar and it works the Lats, the mid back, and front of the arms
Primary Muscles: Latissimus dorsi / Teres major
Secondary Muscles:
Starting Position
- Reach up and grasp the bar with an overhand grip
- Hang from the bar and gently cross your feet behind you
Exercise Movement
- Pull your body up until your neck reaches the height of your hands
- Pause briefly, then lower your body to the start under control
- Repeat as necessary keeping the movement smooth and continuous
*Variation: This exercise can be performed on an Assisted Chin up machine*
→ Alternative – Chin up