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Gironda Sternum Chins

Primary
Lats
Secondary
Biceps, Middle Back
Equipment
Other
Level
intermediate

Gironda Sternum Chins demonstration

Gironda Sternum Chins, starting position
Gironda Sternum Chins, starting position
Gironda Sternum Chins, finishing position
Gironda Sternum Chins, finishing position

How to Perform

  1. 1Grasp the pull-up bar with a shoulder width underhand grip.
  2. 2Now hang with your arms fully extended and stick your chest out and lean back. Tip: You will be leaning back throughout the entire movement. This will be your starting position.
  3. 3Start pulling yourself towards the bar with your spine arched throughout the movement and your head leaning back as far away from the bar as possible. Exhale as you perform this portion of the movement. Tip: At the upper end of the movement, your hips and legs will be at about a 45-degree angle to the floor.
  4. 4Keep pulling until your collarbone passes the bar and your lower chest or sternum area touches it. Hold that contraction for a second. Tip: By the time you've completed this portion of the movement; your head will be parallel to the floor.
  5. 5Slowly start going back to the starting position as you inhale.
  6. 6Repeat for the recommended amount of repetitions.

Video Tutorial

Tips & Common Mistakes

  • •Focus on controlled movements rather than speed or momentum
  • •Maintain proper breathing - exhale during the exertion phase
  • •Start with lighter weight to master the form before progressing
  • •As a compound movement, this exercise works multiple muscle groups efficiently

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
LatsBicepsMiddle Back

Exercise Details

Category
Strength
Force
pull
Mechanic
compound
Level
intermediate

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Frequently Asked Questions

What muscles does Gironda Sternum Chins work?

Gironda Sternum Chins primarily targets the Lats. It also works the Biceps, Middle Back as secondary muscles.

What equipment do I need for Gironda Sternum Chins?

Gironda Sternum Chins requires Other.

Is Gironda Sternum Chins suitable for beginners?

Gironda Sternum Chins is classified as intermediate level. Beginners should master foundational movements first.

Alternatives to Gironda Sternum Chins

Substitute any of these when the equipment is taken or unavailable. They train the same primary muscles.