Pull up with Bent Knee between Chairs Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Body weight
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Biceps Brachii, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Teres Major, Trapezius, Infraspinatus, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Teres Minor, Brachioradialis, Brachialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 4.5
- Alternate Names
- Chair Pull-up
How to: Pull up with Bent Knee between Chairs
- Position two chairs facing each other at a distance where you can comfortably grip over them.
- Bend your knees and hang with your arms extended and palms facing inward.
- Pull your chest towards your hands while keeping your elbows close to your body.
- Lower yourself back down with control, fully extending your arms.
Common Mistakes
- Not engaging the core, leading to swaying.
- Pulling with the arms instead of using back muscles.
Modifications
- Use a resistance band for assistance.
- Perform the exercise at a lower elevation.
Tips
- Keep your core tight throughout the movement.
- Avoid swinging; use controlled movements to engage muscles effectively.
Tags
back
strength
pull-up
upper body
bodyweight
Latissimus Dorsi