How to do a pull-up (or band-assisted)

back, biceps

Muscles worked
back, biceps
Where
At the gym
Equipment
  • Pull-up bar

How to do it

  1. Grab the bar overhand, slightly wider than your shoulders.
  2. Pull up until your chin is over the bar.
  3. Lower slowly to a full hang. If you can't yet, use a resistance band or the machine.
Common mistake

Kicking the legs and doing half reps.

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