Wide Grip Pull Ups

A pull-up performed with a wide overhand grip, emphasizing the lats and upper-back width.

How to do it

1. Grip the pull-up bar with an overhand grip wider than shoulder-width.
2. Hang with arms fully extended and core braced.
3. Pull your chest toward the bar by driving your elbows down.
4. Keep your shoulders pulled back as you rise.
5. Lower yourself under control to full extension.
6. Repeat for the desired number of reps.

Tips

• Initiate each rep by depressing your shoulder blades before bending the arms.
• Avoid kipping or swinging your legs for momentum.
• Squeeze the bar firmly and keep your wrists straight.

Muscles

Primary: Lats

Secondary: Biceps, Rear deltoid, Rhomboids, Traps