Suspended Chin-up
Muscle Groups: Biceps, Lats
Suspended Chin-up focuses on Biceps, Lats, with Traps, Forearm, Shoulders working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Suspended Chin-up with proper form and technique.
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Start by hanging from a suspended bar with your palms facing toward you, hands shoulder-width apart.
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Engage your core and pull your body up toward the bar until your chin is above it, keeping your elbows tucked in close to your body.
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Lower yourself back down with control to the starting position, fully extending your arms.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Suspended Chin-up safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Keep your grip firm and avoid swinging your body to maintain control throughout the movement.
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Ensure your shoulders are down and back to prevent strain and maintain proper alignment.
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Perform the exercise slowly to focus on your form and avoid momentum injuries.
Secondary Muscles
While Suspended Chin-up primarily targets Biceps, Lats , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Traps, Forearm, Shoulders . Engaging these secondary muscles helps stabilize your body throughout the exercise, improves overall coordination, and contributes to balanced muscle development.
Related Exercises
If you enjoyed Suspended Chin-up, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Suspended Chin-up, making them excellent alternatives for variety in your training program or complementary movements to include in the same workout session. Mixing different exercises that target similar muscle groups helps prevent plateaus, reduces overuse injuries, and keeps your workouts engaging and effective.
