It's easy to assume pull-ups are all about the arms—but the real engines behind a strong, controlled rep are the back and shoulders. In fact, if you’ve ever tried (and struggled) to get your chin over ...

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Pull-ups are impressive, which means that for many athletes, they’re aspirational. If you can’t do one, odds are you’d like to. If you can, maybe you’re gunning for the single-arm or weighted ...

Your chest may not be the first muscle group that comes to mind when you think about pull-ups—but if you want to lift your body with control, you can’t skip it. A strong chest helps you stabilize your ...

Strength training in general has big benefits for women over 50, from preventing muscle loss and strengthening bones to improving brain function. But once you’ve mastered the basics, taking on new ...

Forearm exercises can increase muscle strength and endurance and improve bone health. Exercises that benefit the forearms include pull-ups and wrist curls. After discussing the forearm in more detail, ...