Weighted Pull Ups

Weighted Pull Ups are an advanced variation of the standard pull up, adding additional weight for increased resistance and muscle building potential.

Instructions

• Securely attach a weight belt around your waist.
• Use a step or bench to reach the pull up bar if needed.
• Grip the bar with both hands, palms facing away from you, hands shoulder-width apart.
• Hang with your arms fully extended and pull your shoulders back and down.
• Engage your core and pull your body upward by bending at the elbows and bringing your chest to the bar.
• Pause at the top position momentarily for maximum contraction.
• Lower yourself back to the starting position in a controlled manner.
• Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Using momentum to swing up instead of using muscle strength.
• Not reaching full range of motion by not pulling chin above the bar.
• Neglecting to engage core, leading to an arched back and inefficient form.
• Selecting too much weight causing poor form and potential injury.

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