Seated Pull up 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, Trapezius Middle Fibers, Brachioradialis, Brachialis
- Intensity
- medium
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- intermediate
- Estimated Calories
- 5
- Alternate Names
- Chair Pull-up
How to: Seated Pull up between Chairs
- Set up two sturdy chairs facing each other about shoulder-width apart.
- Sit between the chairs and grip the edges with your hands.
- Pull your body upward until your chin is above the chairs.
- Lower yourself back down with control.
- Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Common Mistakes
- Using momentum instead of controlled movement.
- Not engaging the core, leading to insufficient stability.
- Letting the shoulders rise towards the ears.
Modifications
- Use a resistance band for assistance.
- Perform the exercise with a less intense range of motion.
Tips
- Ensure your shoulders are down and back during the pull-up.
- Keep your core engaged to stabilize your body.
- Perform the movement slowly to maximize muscle engagement.
Tags
pull-up
back
strength
bodyweight
latissimus dorsi
upper body