straddlyNeutral-Grip Pull-Up
Muscles worked
Main muscles
- Brachialis
- Brachioradialis
- Latissimus Dorsi
Also working
- Biceps Brachii (Long Head)
- Biceps Brachii (Short Head)
- Rhomboids
- Teres Major
- Trapezius (Lower)
What it is
A pull-up on parallel handles with the palms facing each other. The neutral grip is easy on the elbows and shoulders and brings in more brachialis and brachioradialis. Pull until the chin clears the handles.
Technique tips
- Palms facing each other
- Start from straight arms
- Drive the elbows down toward the ribs
- Lower all the way each rep
How to track your progress
Log reps, and add the extra load if you wear a belt or a vest. Straddly counts your bodyweight in the estimated max, so added weight and extra reps both show up as progress, and new records are flagged during the session.
