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Exercise: Eccentric Pull Ups

person doing Eccentric Pull Ups
person doing Eccentric Pull Ups
person doing Eccentric Pull Ups

Primary Muscles:

  • Biceps
  • Latissimus Dorsi

Secondary Muscles:

  • Erector Spinae
  • Trapezius

Body Area:

  • Back

Movement Type:

Equipment:

Training Category:

  • Body Weight

Proper Steps:

Begin by getting into the top position of a pull up by jumping, pulling, or climbing
Lower yourself into the bottom (dead hang) position as slow as you can, before going back up for another rep
Repeat as many times as desired
Note: It is important to lower yourself directly under the bar, as opposed to away and under (this mainly applies if using an assist i.e. machine or resistance band)