Weighted pull-up
The weighted pull-up is an advanced upper body exercise that primarily targets the latissimus dorsi muscles. By adding extra weight, this exercise increases the resistance, making it more challenging and effective for building strength and muscle mass.
At a glance
- Area
- Back
- Main muscle
- Lats
- Equipment
- Weighted
- Level
- Advanced
Form tips
- Engage your core to stabilize your body.
- Avoid swinging or using momentum to lift yourself.
- Keep your shoulders down and back throughout the movement.
- Use a full range of motion, lowering yourself until your arms are fully extended.
- Grip the bar slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
What to watch out for
- shoulder impingement
- elbow tendinitis
- rotator cuff injuries
- recent upper body surgery
Also known as
Trazioni alla sbarra con sovraccarico, weighted chin-up, pull-up with added weight