Archer Pull Up
Learn how to do the Archer Pull Up with proper form and technique. This body weight exercise primarily targets your Lats, with secondary emphasis on Biceps, Forearms.
How to Do the Archer Pull Up
Follow these steps to perform the Archer Pull Up with correct form:
- 1Start by hanging from a pull-up bar with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- 2Engage your core and pull your shoulder blades down and back.
- 3As you pull yourself up, bend one arm and bring your elbow towards your side, while keeping the other arm straight.
- 4Continue pulling until your chin is above the bar and your bent arm is fully flexed.
- 5Lower yourself back down with control, straightening the bent arm and repeating the movement on the other side.
- 6Alternate sides with each repetition.
Archer Pull Up Muscles Worked
Primary
Secondary
Exercise Details
- Equipment
- body weight
- Body Part
- back
- Category
- Extended
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Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does the Archer Pull Up work?
The Archer Pull Up primarily targets your Lats. Secondary muscles worked include Biceps, Forearms. This makes it an effective exercise for developing your back.
Do I need equipment for the Archer Pull Up?
No. The Archer Pull Up is a bodyweight exercise that requires no equipment. You can perform it anywhere with enough space.
How do I perform the Archer Pull Up with proper form?
Start by start by hanging from a pull-up bar with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.. Engage your core and pull your shoulder blades down and back. As you pull yourself up, bend one arm and bring your elbow towards your side, while keeping the other arm straight. Focus on controlled movement throughout the entire range of motion. See the full step-by-step instructions above for complete form guidance.
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