Seated Pull Up Between Chairs
Description
The seated pull up between chairs is a no-gym back move. The lifter places a sturdy bar across two chairs and sits underneath, then pulls the chest up to the bar. The seated start position scales the load and is great for beginners.
Muscle Group
Equipment Required
Seated Pull Up Between Chairs Instructions
- Set two sturdy chairs facing each other.
- Place a strong bar or broomstick across the seats of both chairs.
- Sit on the floor between the chairs under the bar.
- Reach up and grip the bar with both hands at shoulder width.
- Brace your core and keep the legs straight on the floor.
- Pull the chest up toward the bar by bending the elbows.
- Squeeze the lats hard at the top.
- Lower back down with control to the start.
Seated Pull Up Between Chairs Form & Visual
Seated Pull Up Between Chairs Benefits
- Beginner friendly pull up
- No gym needed
- Builds the lats
- Easy at-home back move
- Strong pull up progression
- Builds bicep size
Seated Pull Up Between Chairs Muscles Worked
- Latissimus dorsi
- Biceps brachii
- Rhomboids
Seated Pull Up Between Chairs Variations & Alternatives
- Pull Up
- Inverted Row
- Doorway Row
- Bodyweight Row
