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Negative Pull-Up

Equipment:Other
Type:Compound
Force:Pull

Muscles Targeted

Primary

Lats

Secondary

Biceps, Middle Back, Shoulders

Video Tutorial

How to Perform

  1. 1

    Position yourself at the top of a pull-up, chin above the bar. Use a box, jump, or assistance to get there.

  2. 2

    Grip the bar with an overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart.

  3. 3

    Engage your core and back muscles.

  4. 4

    Slowly lower your body in a controlled manner, focusing on resisting gravity.

  5. 5

    Aim for a slow descent (e.g., 3-5 seconds) until arms are fully extended.

  6. 6

    Step down or use assistance to return to the top position for the next rep.

  7. 7

    Focus entirely on the lowering (eccentric) phase.