Chin up (in squatting position) Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Brachialis, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Brachioradialis, Teres Major, Teres Minor, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Biceps Brachii
- Intensity
- high
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 7.2
- Alternate Names
- Squatting Chin Up
How to: Chin up (in squatting position)
- Assume a squatting position with your knees slightly bent and feet flat.
- Grab the bar with an underhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart.
- Engage your core and pull your body upwards until your chin surpasses the bar.
- Hold briefly at the top before lowering back to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Not engaging the core, leading to swinging.
- Pulling with the arms rather than using back muscles.
- Not lowering fully to the starting position.
Modifications
- Use a resistance band for assistance.
- Perform the exercise with feet on the ground to decrease body weight.
Tips
- Maintain a straight body line during the exercise.
- Engage your core to stabilize your body.
- Aim to pull your chin above the bar rather than merely lifting yourself.
Chin up (in squatting position) Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
pull up
body weight
latissimus dorsi
exercise