Prison Workout: Reverse Chin-Ups
Prison Workout - Reverse Chin-Ups
Reverse chin-ups are optional (my opinion). Their supinated hand position does not allow for as wide a grip as standard chin-ups. A wider grip on standard chin-ups is better for widening the lats. I also do not care for the the extent to which reverse chin-ups involve the biceps. However, involving the biceps does seem to make the exercise easier so you may want to include some of these in your prison workout if you are unable to do more than a few chin-ups.
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How to Do Reverse Chin-Ups
Hang from an overhead bar with a supinated grip ( palms facing toward you), shoulder width apart. As you slowly pull yourself up, leaning your head back slightly and raise your chest toward your hands. Bring your chest as close to your hands as possible. Hold for brief moment at the top then slowly lower yourself back down.
What Does it Work?
Reverse chin-ups work the latissimus dorsi and teres major. The biceps brachii and brachialis are also worked.
Tip: Because the biceps are worked to a significant extent this exercise can be included as part of an arm routine.