Close-Grip Pull-Ups

A pull-up with a narrow overhand grip that increases biceps and inner-back activation.

How to do it

1. Hang from a pull-up bar with hands shoulder-width or narrower, palms away.
2. Pull yourself up until chin clears the bar.
3. Lower under control.
4. Repeat.

Tips

• The narrow grip increases biceps involvement.
• Avoid kipping for strength development.

Muscles

Primary: Biceps, Lats

Secondary: Rhomboids