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    Wide Grip Rear Pull Up Exercise Guide

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    Exercise Profile

    Target
    Latissimus Dorsi
    Equipment
    Body weight
    Body Part
    Back
    Primary Muscle
    Latissimus Dorsi
    Secondary Muscles
    Brachialis, Pectoralis Major Sternal Head, Trapezius Lower Fibers, Biceps Brachii, Teres Major
    Intensity
    high
    Category
    strength
    Skill Level
    intermediate
    Estimated Calories
    6.5
    Alternate Names
    Rear Pull Up, Wide Pull Up

    Visualised Target Muscle Groups

    Front

    Body muscles front

    Back

    Body muscles back

    How to: Wide Grip Rear Pull Up

    1. Hang from the pull-up bar with a wide grip.
    2. Pull your body up until your chin goes above the bar.
    3. Lower yourself back down to the starting position with control.
    4. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

    Common Mistakes

    • Not pulling all the way up to the bar.
    • Allowing excessive swinging or momentum.
    • Using an improper grip width.

    Modifications

    • Use an assisted pull-up machine to reduce your body weight.
    • Perform the exercise with an elastic band for support.

    Tips

    • Ensure you keep your shoulders down and back during the pull.
    • Engage your core to maintain a stable body position.
    • Control your descent to avoid injury.

    Wide Grip Rear Pull Up Alternatives

    Wide Grip Pull-Up

    Wide Grip Pull-Up

    Body Part: Back

    Rear Pull up

    Rear Pull up

    Body Part: Back

    Tags

    pull up
    back
    strength
    latissimus dorsi
    bodyweight
    upper body

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