Exercise
Weighted Chin-Up
Also known as: weighted close grip chin-up on dip cage, weighted chin up, chin up with dip belt, weighted underhand pull up
Weighted Chin-Up is a compound exercise for the lats. Main target: lower lats. Also works: biceps and forearm flexors. Equipment: other.
EquipmentOther
TypeCompound (multi-joint)
MovementPull
CategoryStrength
Muscles worked
How to do it
- Attach a plate to a dip belt (or hold a dumbbell between your legs) and hang from the bar with an underhand, shoulder-width grip.
- Pull yourself up until your chin passes the bar, keeping the movement strict.
- Pause briefly at the top.
- Lower yourself under control to a full hang and repeat.
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Muscle Up
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Weighted Pull Ups
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Inverted Row with Straps
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Alternatives with other equipment
Close-Grip Front Lat Pulldown
Cable
Lower lats
Gironda Sternum Chins
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Leverage Iso Row
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Reverse-Grip Incline Dumbbell Row
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Bent Over Barbell Row
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Band Assisted Pull-Up
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