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Chin Up Reverse Close Grip

The Chin Up Reverse Close Grip is a bodyweight exercise that targets the biceps, with the back assisting. Follow the 6 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.

Target muscles
Biceps
Also works
Back
Equipment
Bodyweight
Body part
Upper arms

Step by step

  1. Grip the bar with a close reverse (supinated) grip, palms facing you and hands a few centimeters apart.
  2. Hang with your arms fully extended and legs straight or slightly bent.
  3. Engage your core and begin pulling your body upward by bending your elbows and driving them down.
  4. Continue pulling until your chin rises above the bar.
  5. Lower yourself back down slowly and under control until your arms are fully extended.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions while avoiding swinging.

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