Weighted Neutral-grip Chin-up
Muscle Groups: Lats
Weighted Neutral-grip Chin-up focuses on Lats, with Biceps, Forearm working as supporting muscles.
How to Perform
Follow these step-by-step instructions to perform Weighted Neutral-grip Chin-up with proper form and technique.
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Stand under the pull-up bar with a neutral grip (palms facing each other) and hold onto the bar with both hands, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
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Engage your core and pull your body up towards the bar, keeping your elbows close to your body until your chin clears the bar.
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Lower yourself back to the starting position in a controlled manner, fully extending your arms without locking your elbows.
Tips for Success
These tips will help you perform Weighted Neutral-grip Chin-up safely and effectively while maintaining proper form.
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Always warm up your shoulders before starting to prevent injuries.
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Avoid using momentum; focus on slow, controlled movements for better muscle engagement.
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Keep your shoulders down and back throughout the exercise to maintain proper form.
Secondary Muscles
While Weighted Neutral-grip Chin-up primarily targets Lats , this exercise also activates several secondary muscle groups during the movement. These supporting muscles include Biceps, Forearm . 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 Weighted Neutral-grip Chin-up, you might also want to try these related exercises that target similar muscle groups.
These exercises work the same primary muscles as Weighted Neutral-grip 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.
