Weighted Muscle-up Exercise Guide
Exercise Profile
- Target
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Equipment
- Weighted
- Body Part
- Back
- Primary Muscle
- Latissimus Dorsi
- Secondary Muscles
- Rhomboids, Biceps Brachii, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Teres Major, Trapezius, Brachialis
- Intensity
- high
- Category
- strength
- Skill Level
- advanced
- Estimated Calories
- 8.5
- Alternate Names
- Weighted Muscle-Up
Visualised Target Muscle Groups
Front
Back
How to: Weighted Muscle-up
- Attach weights securely to your waist.
- Start from a hanging position on the bar with an overhand grip.
- Pull your body upward while transitioning to a dip position.
- Push yourself up and over the bar until your chest reaches the bar.
- Lower yourself back down to the starting position.
Common Mistakes
- Kipping excessively instead of using strength.
- Not engaging the core properly.
- Allowing the shoulders to rotate forward too much.
Modifications
- Start with body weight muscle-ups before adding weights.
- Use assistive bands if necessary.
Tips
- Ensure proper form to avoid injury.
- Perform a proper warm-up before attempting weighted variations.
Weighted Muscle-up Alternatives
Tags
back
strength
pull-up
muscle-up
advanced
weighted
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