How to perform Wide Grip Pull-Up (Bodyweight)

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Wide Grip Pull-Up (Bodyweight)

Also known as: Wide Grip Pull-Up (Bodyweight).

Wide overhand pull-up.

How to perform this exercise

Hang with a wide overhand grip that still permits comfortable shoulder movement.
Pull upward by driving the elbows down, keeping legs and torso quiet rather than reaching with the chin.
Lower slowly until the arms are long again within a comfortable shoulder range.

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Progressive overload

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