Latissimus, Biceps, Upper Back

Bulgarian Pull Ups with gym rings

The Bulgarian Pull-Up is an advanced variation of the classic Pull-Up that particularly strengthens the shoulder girdle and improves upper body stability. Unlike the regular pull-up, the arms are pulled outward rather than kept close to the body, requiring additional control and specifically targeting the shoulders, trapezius, back muscles, as well as the biceps and forearms. This exercise is performed on gymnastics rings and provides an intense stimulus for the entire back.

Necessary equipment

Bulgarian Pull Ups with gym rings - the correct execution

  • Start in hang position
  • Pull the rings aside
  • Upper body is between the rings
  • Pull the shoulder blades back down
  • Palms point forward
  • In the top position, elbows are bent at least 90 degrees
  • Lower yourself slowly and in a controlled manner back into the hang

The exercise Bulgarian Pull Ups is intended to be used as a hypertrophy exercise.

Which muscles are trained by Bulgarian Pull Ups?

Primary trained muscles for Bulgarian Pull Ups

  • Latissimus - The latissimus dorsi is a large muscle in your back that helps you pull your arm down and back. It also supports breathing and stabilizes the spine.

  • Biceps - The biceps brachii muscle is located on the front of your upper arm. It helps you bend your arm at the elbow, rotate your palm upwards, and lift your arm forward.

  • Upper Back - The muscles in the upper back, including the trapezius and rhomboid muscles, help move and stabilize your shoulders. They pull the shoulder blades together and support posture.

Secondary trained muscles for Bulgarian Pull Ups

  • Forearm - The forearm muscles are divided into flexors and extensors. The flexors bend your wrist, while the extensors straighten it.

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