Chin-Ups (Narrow Grip)

Muscles Worked

Primary

Biceps

Quick Cues

1

Hands close together

2

Pull chin over the bar

3

Squeeze hard at the top

4

Full hang at the bottom

Equipment Needed

Pull-Up Bar

Common Mistakes

Letting the elbows flare out

Not going through the full range of motion

Swinging the body for momentum

Pro Tips

The narrow grip shifts more emphasis to the biceps and lower lats

Keep your elbows close together as you pull

Squeeze at the top and lower slowly for 3 seconds

Your Progress

Variations

Standard Chin-Up

Neutral Grip Pull-Up

Narrow Grip Pulldown