Chinups - Tips, Pics, and Videos
Exercise: Chinups
Main Muscle Worked: Biceps
Other Muscles Worked: Lats, Middle Back
Equipment: Other
Type of Exercise: Compound
Welcome to the full guide on how to perform Chinups from Built Fit. Below you will learn how to perfect your form and technique for this exercise. Be sure to read the information on how to start and perform the exercise and then view the images and video to see it in action. Built Fit stresses the importance on perfecting the form of Chinups before you begin adding additional weight.
Starting Position: Find a pull-up bar. Grab the bar narrower than shoulder width apart using the underhand grip. Hang from the bar. Bend you legs up, so they do not hit the ground.
Performing the exercise: Pull yourself up so your chin is well above the bar. Slowly return all the way down.
Tips
- Do not swing your legs, remain straight
- Make sure you perform a complete rep, all the way up and down
- Add weight using a dip belt to increase the resistance
