Chin Up
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How To
The chin up is a variation of the pull up and an exercise used to build the muscles of the back - particularly the lats.
The chin up differs from the pull up in that the chin up allows for a greater degree of bicep involvement during the pulling movement.
Tips
Tip 1
Try to keep a neutral head position (looking straight ahead or slightly up) as hyperextending the neck can lead to compensations throughout the spine.
Tip 2
Imagine you’re trying to drive the elbows down as you pull.
Tip 3
Avoid falling into overextension of the lumbar spine by squeezing your glutes and bracing your abs.
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