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Weighted Pull Up

Muscles worked

  • Lat
  • Bicep
  • Trapezius
  • Forearm Flexors
  • Middle Traps
  • Rear Neck
  • Rear Shoulder
  • Forearm Extensors
  • External Rotators

Equipment

Pull Up Bar or Gymnastic Rings
Pull Up Bar or Gymnastic Rings
Weight Plates or Kettlebells
Weight Plates or Kettlebells

Form Cues

  • Secure the weight using a weight belt, weighted vest, or dumbbell between the feet — ensure it is stable before you begin

  • Grip the bar with a shoulder-width pronated grip and start from a full dead hang with the weight hanging still

  • Depress your shoulder blades before initiating the pull — the added weight makes it even more important to set the scapulae first

  • Drive your elbows down and back to pull your chin over the bar — maintain a slight posterior lean but keep the torso rigid

  • Squeeze your glutes and brace your core to prevent the weight from swinging or your body from twisting

  • Lower with control over 2-3 seconds to full arm extension — never drop into the bottom position with added weight

  • Add weight in small increments (1-2.5 kg) and only progress when you can complete all reps with full range of motion and perfect form

Common mistakes

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