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Pull Up Wide Grip

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

Target muscles
Back
Also works
Biceps
Equipment
Bodyweight
Body part
Back

Step by step

  1. Grip the pull-up bar with a wide overhand grip, hands placed wider than shoulder-width.
  2. Hang with your arms fully extended and keep your body steady.
  3. Engage your core and pull your body upward by driving your elbows down and out to the sides.
  4. Continue pulling until your chin reaches or rises above the bar.
  5. Lower yourself back down with control until your arms are fully extended.
  6. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions while maintaining strict form.

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