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Close-Grip Pull-Up

Close-Grip Pull-Up for pulling focused on lats.

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Close-Grip Pull-Up demonstration

Exercise overview

Training details

LatsBicepsForearmsUpper Back

Equipment

Pull Up Bar

Sets × reps

3 × 10

Rest

1 min 30 sec

How to perform it

Step-by-step instructions

  1. 01Grip parallel close-grip handles with your palms facing each other and begin in an active hang.
  2. 02Brace your trunk and draw your shoulder blades down before bending your elbows.
  3. 03Pull your elbows toward your ribs as your chest rises toward the handles.
  4. 04Reach the top without kicking, swinging, or craning your neck.
  5. 05Lower slowly to full arm extension while keeping your shoulders engaged.

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