Pull-up (negative) (female)

Pull-up demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Position yourself under the pull-up bar
  • 2Use a box or bench to jump up and reach the top position with your chin over the bar
  • 3Hold this position for a few seconds
  • 4Slowly lower yourself down until your arms are fully extended
  • 5Do not just drop down - control your descent

Tips:

  • Focus on keeping your body as still as possible during the descent
  • Try to prolong the descent to increase exercise effectiveness
  • Avoid hunching your shoulders
  • Remember to breathe - inhale as you lower yourself down and exhale when preparing for the next repetition

Pull-up Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs