Close-Grip Chin-Up

Close-Grip Chin-Up demonstration gif

Instructions:

  • 1Grasp the bar with an underhand grip, hands close together
  • 2Pull your body up until your chin reaches the bar level
  • 3After a short pause at the top, lower yourself back down slowly
  • 4Repeat for the desired repetitions

Tips:

  • Keep your body as still as possible to limit momentum
  • Exhale during the upward motion and inhale while lowering
  • Visualize yourself pulling your elbows down, not just pulling your body up
  • Engage your core to maintain balance

Close-Grip Chin-Up Muscles Worked

Arms

Back

Core

Legs