90 degrees hang hold (Bent-arm hang, Isometric half-way pull-up)

Muscles

• Latissimus dorsi
• Teres major
• Biceps brachii (short head)
• Brachialis
• Brachioradialis
• Pectoralis major (sternal head)
• Lower trapezius
• Serratus anterior
• Pectoralis minor
• Rhomboid major
• Middle trapezius

Technique

1. Hang from a pullup bar with a wide grip.
2. Pull yourself halfway up, until your elbows are bent at around 90 degrees and hold for time.

Similar Exercises

• Chinup
• Neutral grip pullup
• Pullup
• Half pullup
• Bent-arm hang

Equipment

• High hanging device