Exercise guide

Chin Up Pullover

The Chin Up Pullover combines a pull up with a dynamic transition over the bar, building upper body pulling strength and core control.

Category
Bodyweight
Difficulty
Intermediate
Movement
Compound
Bodyweight
Yes
How to

How to do the Chin Up Pullover

  1. 01

    Grip the bar with an underhand grip slightly narrower than shoulder width.

  2. 02

    Hang with arms fully extended and core engaged.

  3. 03

    Pull your chest toward the bar as in a standard chin up.

  4. 04

    Continue pulling while driving your hips upward.

  5. 05

    Rotate your body over the bar until your torso passes above it.

  6. 06

    Lower yourself back down under control.

Performance tips

Cues that matter

  • Pull explosively while keeping control
  • Engage your core to assist the transition
  • Avoid excessive swinging to maintain proper form
Common questions

Frequently asked

What muscles does the Chin Up Pullover work?

The Chin Up Pullover primarily targets the Back. Supporting muscles include Shoulders, Biceps.

Is the Chin Up Pullover a compound or isolation exercise?

The Chin Up Pullover is a compound exercise, meaning it works multiple muscle groups and joints in a single movement.

What equipment do I need for the Chin Up Pullover?

The Chin Up Pullover is a bodyweight exercise. No equipment is needed.

What difficulty level is the Chin Up Pullover?

The Chin Up Pullover is rated as intermediate difficulty. Some training experience is helpful for performing this exercise safely.

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