Chest-to-bar pullup (C2B pullup, Explosive pullup)

Muscles

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

Technique

1. Hang from a Pullup bar with an overhand grip.
2. Pull yourself up explosively toward the bar.
3. Continue the pull until your upper chest makes physical contact with the bar.

Form tips

1. Pull explosively to reach the required height.

Similar Exercises

• Behind-the-neck pullup
• Pullover
• Close grip pullup
• Kip release-regrip pullup
• Kip clap pullup

Equipment

• Pullup bar