Exercises / Intermediate
Clap pull-ups
- Biceps
- Lats
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- Level
- Intermediate
- Muscles
- 2
- Equipment
- Pull up bar
On this page
01 / Steps
How to do it
Perform an explosive pull-up such that you have time to give a clap above the bar and grab it again.
At first, you can use a bit of body and leg momentum but try to reduce it over time.
02 / Muscles
Muscles worked
Biceps
Lats
03 / Skills
What it trains
How demanding this exercise is for each physical ability.
- Strength55
- Explosivity70
- Technique40
- Cardio35
- Mobility30
Sessions
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