Chin-ups (narrow Parallel Grip)

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Learn how to do the Chin-ups (narrow Parallel Grip) with proper form and technique. This body weight exercise primarily targets your Upper Back, with secondary emphasis on Biceps, Forearms.

Chin-ups (narrow Parallel Grip) exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Chin-ups (narrow Parallel Grip)

Follow these steps to perform the Chin-ups (narrow Parallel Grip) with correct form:

  1. 1Hang from a pull-up bar with a narrow parallel grip, palms facing towards you.
  2. 2Engage your back muscles and pull your body up towards the bar, keeping your elbows close to your body.
  3. 3Continue pulling until your chin is above the bar.
  4. 4Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your body back down to the starting position.
  5. 5Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Chin-ups (narrow Parallel Grip) Muscles Worked

Primary

upper back

Secondary

bicepsforearms

Exercise Details

Equipment
body weight
Body Part
back
Category
Main

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