Wide Grip Rear Pull Up

A strength training exercise to work the upper back and shoulders, using your body weight.

Instructions

• Stand below a pull-up bar and grab it with an overhand grip wider than shoulder width.
• Hang onto the bar with your body straight and your arms fully extended.
• Pull your body upward until your chin is above the bar.
• Pause briefly at the top of the movement.
• Lower your body back to the original position.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Not using full range of motion.
• Swinging the body instead of using controlled movements.
• Neglecting to engage core muscles for stability.

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