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exercise guide

chin-ups

classification  
exercise basic
equipment high bar
mechanics compound
direction pull
muscles
target outer back
synergists biceps, forearms,
rear deltoids, traps,
middle back,
upper chest
stabilizers triceps
instructions
preparation execution variations / comments
Grasp bar with an overhand wide grip. Pull body up until chin passes bar. Return. For permanent muscular tension keep arms slightly flexed. Repeat. It´s also common practise to stretch arms and shoulders at the lowest point.
start   end
starting position   ending position
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lever
weighted
barbell

muscles

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