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Jumping Bar Muscle Ups

Jumping Bar Muscle-Ups are a dynamic preparatory exercise for learning the classic Muscle Ups. The jumping component in this variation helps initiate the movement with power and makes the transition from the pulling to the pushing phase easier. This exercise is especially useful for beginners working on their transition to the full muscle-up technique.

Necessary equipment

Low Bar

Jumping Bar Muscle Ups - the correct execution

  • Start standing in front of a chest-high bar
  • Grab the bar slightly wider than shoulder width in semi-false grip or instep grip
  • Jump into the suport hold position, keeping the bar close to your body
  • Lower yourself back into the starting position, staying close to the bar

The exercise Jumping Bar Muscle Ups is intended to be used as a technique exercise.

Which muscles are trained by Jumping Bar Muscle Ups?

Primary trained muscles for Jumping Bar Muscle Ups

  • Front Delts - The front part of the deltoid muscle, also known as the anterior shoulder, is located at the front of the shoulder. It is primarily involved in the forward movement of the arm, such as lifting the arm forward. It also assists in the internal rotation of the arm. This muscle is engaged in activities that involve lifting objects in front of the body or pushing forward.

Secondary trained muscles for Jumping Bar Muscle Ups

  • Triceps - The triceps brachii muscle is located at the back of your upper arm. It extends your arm at the elbow and also helps move the arm backward.

  • Chest - The pectoralis major muscle is the large muscle on your chest. It helps you bring your arm towards your body and rotate it inward.

  • 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.

  • 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.

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