Exercise library / Chin-Up
Compound · Vertical pull
Chin-Up
Chin-Up is a compound vertical pull movement for the back and biceps. Pull without swinging: lead with the elbows, take a full hang at the top, and finish with your chest toward the bar or handle. Your core assist throughout the movement.
Primary muscles
Back and Biceps
Secondary muscles
Core
Equipment
Bodyweight
Movement pattern
Vertical pull
Type
Compound (multi-joint)
Substitutions
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Pull-Up (pronated)
Same vertical pull pattern · also trains the back.
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Neutral-Grip Pull-Up
Same vertical pull pattern · also trains the back.
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Lat Pulldown
Same vertical pull pattern · also trains the back.
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