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FORGEX, Strength Refined
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Chin Up

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Chin Up

An underhand pull up variation with heavy biceps involvement.

How to perform it

  1. 1Grip the bar underhand at shoulder width.
  2. 2Hang tall, then set the shoulders down.
  3. 3Pull the chest towards the bar while keeping the elbows close.
  4. 4Lower slowly to full extension.

Coaching notes

  • Pause for a moment at the top of each repetition.
  • Add weight through a belt once you clear ten clean reps.
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