Read our definitive guide on pull ups! Discover all of the muscles involved, the countless benefits and how to do the perfect pull up.

Dec 17, 2025 · All pull-ups train the back, but standard pull-ups provide the most balanced development. Wide-grip and chest-to-bar variations increase lat and upper-back emphasis, …

Dec 7, 2025 · The shoulder blades require a stable foundation for the lats to pull effectively, a task managed by the scapular stabilizers. The lower Trapezius and the Rhomboids are active, …

Dec 2, 2025 · Pull-ups are a compound exercise that engages multiple muscle groups, but the back muscles bear the brunt of the work. Among these, the latissimus dorsi, rhomboids, …

Instructions for the pull-up exercise. See how to do a pull-up, the proper technique, and which muscles are worked.

Pull-ups are a compound exercise that targets multiple muscle groups in the upper body, including the latissimus dorsi, trapezius, rhomboids, and biceps. Regular pull-up practice can help …

Discover the key muscles targeted by different pull-up variations, including wide grip for latissimus dorsi, chin-ups for biceps, and neutral grip for a balanced upper body workout.

Jul 24, 2025 · When you perform a pull-up, your body relies on several major muscle groups. The primary muscles involved include: 1. Latissimus Dorsi (Lats) Your back is made up of these …

Aug 20, 2024 · What Muscles Do Pull-ups Work? The main muscle groups used when doing pull-ups include the latissimus dorsi and rhomboids, the largest back muscles, and the biceps and …

Oct 21, 2024 · Pull-ups primarily target the latissimus dorsi (aka "lats"), the largest upper body muscle (by surface area) [1]. This muscle is responsible for the downward and inward …