Latissimus, Biceps, Upper Back

Typewriter Pull Ups

Typewriter Pull Ups are a Pull-Up variation where you alternately extend the left and right arm to the side while hanging in a bent-arm position. Typewriter Pull Ups look similar to Archer Pull Ups, but they are much easier.

Necessary equipment

Typewriter Pull Ups - the correct execution

  • Start in the top position of the climate
  • Stretch one arm to the side
  • Hold the other ring close to the chest
  • Change the arms slowly and controlled

The exercise Typewriter Pull Ups, Typewriter Chin Ups is intended to be used as a hypertrophy exercise.

Which muscles are trained by Typewriter Pull Ups, Typewriter Chin Ups?

Primary trained muscles for Typewriter Pull Ups, Typewriter Chin 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 Typewriter Pull Ups, Typewriter Chin 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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