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    Top Pull-up Hold Exercise Guide

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    Exercise Profile

    Target
    Latissimus Dorsi
    Equipment
    Body weight
    Body Part
    Back
    Primary Muscle
    Latissimus Dorsi
    Secondary Muscles
    Brachialis, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Brachioradialis, Teres Major, Trapezius Middle Fibers
    Intensity
    high
    Category
    strength
    Skill Level
    intermediate
    Estimated Calories
    6
    Alternate Names
    Top Hold Pull-up, Static Pull-up Hold

    Visualised Target Muscle Groups

    Front

    Body muscles front

    Back

    Body muscles back

    How to: Top Pull-up Hold

    1. Hang from a pull-up bar with your palms facing away from you.
    2. Pull yourself up until your chin is above the bar.
    3. Hold the position for the desired amount of time.
    4. Lower yourself back down in a controlled manner.

    Common Mistakes

    • Letting shoulders rise up to the ears.
    • Not engaging core muscles.
    • Using momentum instead of controlled movement.

    Modifications

    • Use a resistance band to assist in holding.
    • Perform the hold with feet on the ground to decrease intensity.

    Tips

    • Ensure your grip is firm on the bar.
    • Engage your lats before starting the hold.
    • Breathe steadily to maintain stability.

    Top Pull-up Hold Alternatives

    Pull up

    Pull up

    Body Part: Back

    Seated Commando Pull up

    Seated Commando Pull up

    Body Part: Back, Waist

    Tags

    back
    strength
    pull-up
    latissimus dorsi
    body weight
    isometric

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