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Wide Grip Pull Up

An advanced bodyweight exercise targeting the back muscles using a wide grip on a pull-up bar to build upper body strength.

Exercise Overview

Category

Dynamic Calisthenics

Exercise_Type

Strength

Difficulty_Level

Advanced

Technique

Hang from a pull-up bar with hands positioned wider than shoulder-width apart using an overhand grip. Pull your body up by bending your elbows and bringing your chin over the bar. Lower your body back to the starting position with control.

Starting Position

Begin hanging from the pull-up bar with arms fully extended and hands positioned wider than shoulder-width apart.

Finishing Position

Return to the starting position with arms fully extended, maintaining control throughout the movement.

Form Cues

Pull your chin over the bar, keep your core engaged, control the descent, maintain proper form

Common Mistakes

Using momentum, not going full range of motion, allowing the body to swing, not maintaining core engagement

Progression Tips

Add weight vest, perform more repetitions, add pause at top, or perform muscle-ups.

Regression Tips

Use assistance bands, perform assisted pull-ups, or start with negative pull-ups.

Safety Notes

Stop if you experience pain in the shoulders, elbows, or wrists. Maintain proper form to avoid injury. Ensure the pull-up bar is secure and can support your weight.