The trainer spoke about the features of different grips during pull-ups

Fitness trainer Egor Khodyrev spoke about the features of different types of grip during pull-ups. His words leads “Championship”.

Khodyrev stated that a straight, or classic, grip, in which the palms are directed outward, allows you to more strongly engage the shoulder muscles and forearms. Reverse grip, with the palms facing inward, helps to shift the load on the biceps.

Also, when pulling up, you can use a mixed grip or a combined grip: with one hand you need to hold on to the crossbar with a direct grip, and with the other – with a reverse grip. The coach noted that most often this option is used in powerlifting.

Another type of grip is parallel, in which the palms look at each other. Parallel bars are required to use it. According to Khodyrev, this grip also allows you to shift the load on the biceps.

In addition to the type of grip, the distance between the hands affects the result. In total, there are three options: narrow, medium and wide. Khodyrev said that with a narrow grip, more muscle fibers are involved. However, with a narrow grip, non-target muscles can be involved, and to avoid this, a wide grip should be used. The classic option, according to the trainer, is the average grip, which allows you to comprehensively work out all the muscles.

Earlier, fitness trainer Anastasia Balanskaya revealed the danger of improper pull-up technique. She stated that mistakes in the exercise can damage muscles and joints. “During pull-ups, the shoulders should be lowered and relaxed, and the back should be straight,” the specialist explained.