How to Do:
- Hold on to a bar with your palms facing you and hands close together.
- Pull your knees up so your feet don’t touch the floor.
- Lift yourself up by bending your arms until your chin touches the bar.
- Slowly lower yourself back down.
- Do this a few times to make your back and arms strong!
What Muscles Do Reverse Grip Chin-Ups Target?
Reverse grip chin-ups work the muscles in your back and arms, like your lats and biceps. They help make your back very strong!
Which Muscles Get Worked From Reverse Grip Pull-Ups?
Reverse pull-ups build your latissimus dorsi muscles, the big “wings” on your back. They also work your biceps and forearms.
Are Close Grip Chin-Ups More Effective?
Yes, close grip chin-ups target your back muscles more. Your hands being close together works your lats extra hard!
Is Underhand or Overhand Grip Better for Chin-Ups?
Underhand/reverse grips are better to really work your back muscles. Overhand/regular grips use more arms.
