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Top-of-pull-up hold

A compound exercise for the biceps and lats, with help from the forearms. Equipment: pull-up bar.

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How to do it

  1. Setup: Jump or step up so your chin is over the bar, palms facing you.
  2. Hold the chin above the bar
  3. Lower slowly when you can’t hold it

Muscles worked

Top-of-pull-up hold: 3D figure mid-rep with the biceps and lats highlighted

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