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The pull-up is a compound exercise that targets the back, biceps, and forearms. It involves pulling your body weight up towards a bar using an overhand grip.

bodyweight

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Measured by

    reps

Position

Hang from a pull-up bar with your hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart and your palms facing away from you.

Movement

  • Pull your body up towards the bar by engaging your back muscles and bending your elbows.
  • Lower your body back down to the starting position with control.

Breathing

Exhale as you pull yourself up and inhale as you lower yourself back down.

Tips

  • Keep your core engaged and avoid swinging your body to generate momentum.
  • Focus on using your back muscles to pull yourself up rather than relying on your arms.
  • Use a full range of motion by lowering yourself until your arms are fully extended at the bottom of the movement.

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