chin-ups (narrow parallel grip)
chin-ups (narrow parallel grip) is a common strength training exercise. Below are form tips, steps, and demos.
Steps
Step 1
Hang from a pull-up bar with a narrow parallel grip, palms facing towards you.
Step 2
Engage your back muscles and pull your body up towards the bar, keeping your elbows close to your body.
Step 3
Continue pulling until your chin is above the bar.
Step 4
Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your body back down to the starting position.
Muscles & body parts
Primary muscles
Secondary muscles
Primary body parts
Common mistakes & warnings
Form & control
Avoid momentum and excessive swing; keep core stable; match breath to movement; control the eccentric phase.
Control breathing and core; keep a steady tempo.
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