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Pull-Ups

Lats Bodyweight

Description

The pull-up is a compound upper-body exercise that primarily targets the lats while also engaging the biceps, upper back, and core. It is one of the most effective bodyweight exercises for building upper-body strength and back development. This exercise improves pulling power, grip strength, and overall functional fitness.

How To

01 Grip the bar overhand, hands just wider than shoulder-width
02 Brace your core and start from a dead hang
03 Drive your elbows down and back to pull your chin over the bar
04 Pause briefly at the top
05 Lower under control to a full hang and repeat

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