Exercises / Intermediate
Negative weighted pull-ups
- Biceps
- Lats
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- Level
- Intermediate
- Muscles
- 2
- Equipment
- Pull up bar, Weight
On this page
01 / Steps
How to do it
Utilize a weighted chain, vest, or other form of added resistance.
On a bar that you can assist yourself with a jump or a box to help you up, get into a pull-up position with your chin over the bar and hold the negative for at least 3 seconds.
Use the assistance to get back up for the next repetition.
02 / Muscles
Muscles worked
Biceps
Lats
03 / Skills
What it trains
How demanding this exercise is for each physical ability.
- Strength35
- Explosivity0
- Technique20
- Cardio0
- Mobility10
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