Platesmith
Log it in Platesmith. The app shows last time's numbers on every set of Chin-up, times your rest and tells you when to add weight. Free, with no ads.
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Muscles worked
| Main | Latissimus dorsi |
| Also | Biceps brachii, Rhomboids |
Setup
A supinated grip increases biceps involvement compared to a pull-up.
How to do it well
- Grip the bar underhand shoulder-width
- Pull the chest to the bar
- Control the descent to a full hang
Common mistakes
- Kipping and swinging the legs
- Stopping short of full extension
Free programs with Chin-up
- Home Barbell Basics (3 day)
- Strength and Size Starter (3 day)
- Bodyweight Full Body (3 day)
- Bodyweight Upper / Lower (4 day)
- Garage Gym: Upper / Lower (4 day)
- Strength Wave (3 day)
Similar exercises
General guidance, not medical advice. Start lighter than you think, and check with a doctor first if you have a health condition or injury.