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Towel Pull-Up

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3
Sets
8
Reps
Bodyweight
Equipment
5.00
Cal/min
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Primary
forearms
Secondary
biceps,back
1
Drape a towel over a pull-up bar, gripping one end in each hand.
2
Hang with arms extended, gripping the towel tightly.
3
Pull yourself up until your chin clears the bar.
4
Lower slowly under control, maintaining your grip.
5
This variation dramatically increases the grip and forearm demand.
What muscles does Towel Pull-Up work?
Towel Pull-Up primarily targets the forearms, with the biceps,back working as secondary muscles.
How many sets and reps of Towel Pull-Up should I do?
A typical starting point is 3 sets of 8 reps, adjusted based on your goal and experience level.
What equipment do I need for Towel Pull-Up?
Towel Pull-Up requires no equipment — it can be done with just bodyweight.

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