Pull-up (wide grip)

Pull-up demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Grab the pull-up bar with a wide grip
  • 2Pull your body up until your chin is above the bar
  • 3Hold at the top for a second
  • 4Slowly lower your body back to the start position
  • 5Avoid a complete hang at the bottom to maintain tension in the muscles

Tips:

  • Squeeze your shoulder blades together as you pull up
  • Keep your body in a straight line, don't swing or kick
  • Try to pull yourself up with your back muscles, not your arms
  • Maintain control through the movement, avoid jerky or sudden motions

Pull-up Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs