Neutral Grip Pull-up

Learn how to do Neutral Grip Pull-up with proper form. Watch the 4K video, see which muscles are worked, and follow step-by-step instructions.

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MET 5.5 Lats Biceps No equipment

Neutral Grip Pull-up is a No equipment exercise that primarily targets the Lats, with secondary activation of the Biceps. It has a MET value of 5.5, meaning a 70kg person burns approximately 193 calories in a 30-minute session..

How to Do Neutral Grip Pull-up

How to perform this exercise correctly 😎

1 - Grab the pull-up bar with your arms nearly extended using a neutral grip (palms facing each other).

2 - Slightly arch your back and push your chest out.

Nice, you're in the starting position 👌

3 - Now, keeping this position, breathe out and pull yourself up until your chest reaches bar height.

4 - Lower yourself while controlling the movement to return to the starting position.

Feel free to rewatch the video to fully understand the movement.
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Muscles Worked by Neutral Grip Pull-up

Primary Lats
Secondary
Biceps

Equipment

  • No equipment

Calories Burned Doing Neutral Grip Pull-up

Calorie Calculator

MET 5.5
Estimated burn
193 calories

Calories = MET × weight (kg) × time (hours)

Quick Facts: Neutral Grip Pull-up

Type
No equipment exercise
Primary muscle
Lats
Secondary muscles
Biceps
MET value
5.5
Calories (30 min, 70kg)
≈ 193 cal
Video quality
4K with male and female demonstrations

FAQ: Neutral Grip Pull-up

What muscles does Neutral Grip Pull-up work?

Neutral Grip Pull-up primarily targets the Lats, with secondary engagement of the Biceps.

How do you do Neutral Grip Pull-up correctly?

How to perform this exercise correctly 😎 1 - Grab the pull-up bar with your arms nearly extended using a neutral grip (palms facing each other). 2 - Sli

Is Neutral Grip Pull-up good for beginners?

Neutral Grip Pull-up has a MET value of 5.5, indicating a moderate intensity exercise appropriate for most fitness levels.

What equipment do you need for Neutral Grip Pull-up?

Neutral Grip Pull-up requires: No equipment.

What are the benefits of Neutral Grip Pull-up?

Neutral Grip Pull-up strengthens the Lats, engages the Biceps.

What exercises are similar to Neutral Grip Pull-up?

Similar exercises to Neutral Grip Pull-up include Barbell Bent Over Row, Dumbbell Bent Over Row, High Row – Machine, High Row – Pronated Grip Machine.

Is Neutral Grip Pull-up better than Barbell Bent Over Row?

Both Neutral Grip Pull-up and Barbell Bent Over Row target the Lats. Choose based on your available equipment and training goals.

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