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Close-Grip Pull-Ups
A pull-up with a narrow overhand grip that increases biceps and inner-back activation.
What this exercise works
- Muscles
- biceps brachii · latissimus dorsi · rhomboids
- Goals
- hypertrophy · strength
- Equipment
- Pull-up bar
- Category
- Strength
- Difficulty
- intermediate
Demonstration
Step 1
Step 2
How to perform the movement
- Hang from a pull-up bar with hands shoulder-width or narrower, palms away.
- Pull yourself up until chin clears the bar.
- Lower under control.
- Repeat.
Technique cues and common mistakes
- The narrow grip increases biceps involvement.
- Avoid kipping for strength development.