How to Do Chin Ups

Chin ups are a little different than pull ups because you use an underhand grip. Learn tips and techniques for working out the chest, back, shoulders, and arms in this weightlifting video.

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Different than pull ups
Underhand grip
Works out back & biceps
Palms facing in
Bring chin even with bar

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Lance is certified personal trainer through American Fitness Association of America. He graduated from UNC with a biology degree and currently works for a gym. He specializes in weight training, circuit training, endurance training, and teaching people the proper forms for exercise. He enjoys helping others reach their goals.

LANCE BUMGARNER: Right now, I'm going to show you how to do chin-ups. Chin-ups are a little bit different than the traditional pull-up. Pull-up, you're going to be using an overhand grip out wide. Chin-ups are a little bit different. You're going to be on the inside handles using the underhand grip. This exercise is going to be working primarily your back, your biceps. Come to the pull-up bar using the inside handles, palms facing in, grip the handles. Keep your body in a nice, straight line, pull yourself up until your chin is even with the bar. Exhale, inhale on the way down. Exhale on the way up, inhale on the way down. After you complete your set, return to the starting position. Just remember: keep your body in a nice, straight line; bring your chin to the top of the bar; maintain good form. Proper alignment of the spine is very important in this exercise. That's how to do a chin-up working your back and your biceps.

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