Gorilla Chin Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Rectus Abdominis
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Waist
- Primary Muscle
- Rectus Abdominis
- Secondary Muscles
- Adductor Brevis, Brachialis, Tensor Fasciae Latae, Obliques, Adductor Longus, Biceps Brachii, Sartorius, Iliopsoas, Pectineous
- Intensity
- high
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 7
- Alternate Names
- Gorilla Pull-up
How to: Gorilla Chin
- Hang from the pull-up bar with a grip slightly wider than shoulder-width.
- Pull your body up until your chin clears the bar.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together and hold for a moment.
- Lower your body back to the starting position with control.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Rushing the movement which may lead to loss of form.
- Not fully extending the arms at the bottom of the movement.
- Using momentum instead of relying on muscle strength.
Modifications
- Perform the exercise with a resistance band for assistance.
- Use a lower bar to decrease the difficulty.
Tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Keep your body straight to avoid swinging.
- Control your movement to maximize muscle engagement.
Gorilla Chin Alternatives
Tags
upper body
strength
core
pull-up
muscle building
resistance training