Wide Grip Rear Pull-up

Learn how to do the Wide Grip Rear Pull-up with proper form and technique. This body weight exercise primarily targets your Lats, with secondary emphasis on Biceps, Forearms.

Wide Grip Rear Pull-up exercise demonstration showing proper form

How to Do the Wide Grip Rear Pull-up

Follow these steps to perform the Wide Grip Rear Pull-up with correct form:

  1. 1Grab the pull-up bar with a wide overhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  2. 2Hang from the bar with your arms fully extended and your body straight.
  3. 3Engage your back muscles and pull your body up towards the bar, leading with your chest.
  4. 4Continue pulling until your chin is above the bar.
  5. 5Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your body back down to the starting position.
  6. 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Wide Grip Rear Pull-up Muscles Worked

Primary

Secondary

bicepsforearms

Exercise Details

Equipment
body weight
Body Part
back
Category
Extended

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does the Wide Grip Rear Pull-up work?

The Wide Grip Rear 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 Wide Grip Rear Pull-up?

No. The Wide Grip Rear Pull-up is a bodyweight exercise that requires no equipment. You can perform it anywhere with enough space.

How do I perform the Wide Grip Rear Pull-up with proper form?

Start by grab the pull-up bar with a wide overhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.. Hang from the bar with your arms fully extended and your body straight. Engage your back muscles and pull your body up towards the bar, leading with your chest. 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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