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Chin-Up

How to do it with good form, the muscles it works and what you need.

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Main muscle
Lats
Also works
Biceps, Upper Back, Forearms
Equipment
Pull-up bar

How to do it

  1. Hang from the bar with an underhand grip, hands about shoulder-width apart.
  2. Pull yourself up until your chin clears the bar, driving your elbows down.
  3. Lower yourself all the way back to straight arms.

Common mistakes

Know what to lift next

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