Chin-ups (narrow parallel grip) is an upper body exercise that primarily targets the muscles in the back, shoulders, and arms. This variation of the traditional chin-up is done with a narrow grip on the pull-up bar, with the palms facing each other.
How to perform
Step by step instructions for performing Chin-ups (Narrow Parallel Grip):1. Begin by gripping the pull-up bar with a narrow grip, slightly closer than shoulder-width apart, and with your palms facing each other.
2. Hang from the bar with your arms fully extended and your body straight.
3. Engage your core and back muscles as you pull yourself up towards the bar, leading with your chest.
4. Continue pulling yourself up until your chin is above the bar, or as high as you can go.
5. Lower yourself back down in a controlled manner, fully extending your arms before beginning the next repetition.
6. Aim to perform 3-4 sets of 8-12 repetitions, or as many as you can with good form.
7. Remember to breathe throughout the exercise, exhaling as you pull yourself up and inhaling as you lower yourself down.
It is important to maintain proper form throughout the exercise to avoid unnecessary strain on your muscles. If you are new to chin-ups or find them challenging, you can use a resistance band for assistance or perform eccentric chin-ups (lowering phase only) until you build enough strength to perform full repetitions.
Equipment required
Body Weight
Body weight equipment includes items like resistance bands, stability balls, and suspension trainers. These tools are used for a wide range of exercises that focus on strength training, flexibility, balance, and stability. They are commonly used in bodyweight exercises that utilize the resistance of one's own body to build muscle and improve overall fitness.