BackIntermediate
Wide-Grip Pull-Up
A pull-up with an overhand grip roughly 1.5 times shoulder width. Shortens the range of motion and emphasises the lats and upper back over the arms.
Primary muscles
- Lats (Latissimus Dorsi)
- Teres Major
Secondary muscles
- Rhomboids
- Traps (Trapezius)
- Rear Delts
- Brachialis
- Biceps
- Sets
- 3–4
- Reps
- 5–10
- Rest
- 90–120s
How to perform
This information is general fitness guidance, not medical advice. Stop if you feel pain and consult a qualified professional.