Exercises / Intermediate
Wide grip weighted chin-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 resistance to add weight.
In a high bar position, place your hands in a supinated grip, approximately double your shoulder width apart.
Perform full range chin-ups.
02 / Muscles
Muscles worked
Biceps
Lats
03 / Skills
What it trains
How demanding this exercise is for each physical ability.
- Strength45
- Explosivity0
- Technique30
- Cardio5
- Mobility20
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