How to do the Kipping Muscle Up
Kipping Muscle Up is an advanced multi-joint compound pulling exercise targeting the Lats in the Back region. Performed using bodyweight, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Biceps and Triceps.
Kipping Muscle Up demonstration · © GymiaFit
Kipping Muscle Up at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Lats
- Secondary muscles
- Biceps, Triceps, Shoulders, Core
- Equipment
- Body Weight
- Level
- Advanced
- Type
- Compound (multi-joint)
- Force
- Pull
Kipping Muscle Up step by step
- 1Start by hanging from a pull-up bar with an overhand grip, hands slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- 2Engage your core and use a swinging motion to generate momentum.
- 3As you swing forward, pull your chest towards the bar, using your lats and biceps to initiate the movement.
- 4Continue the upward motion until your chest reaches the bar, then transition into a dip position by pushing down on the bar and extending your arms.
- 5Lower yourself back down to the starting position by bending your arms and controlling the descent.
- 6Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Kipping Muscle Up — questions
What muscles does the Kipping Muscle Up work?
The Kipping Muscle Up primarily targets the Lats. It also recruits the Biceps, Triceps, Shoulders, Core as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Kipping Muscle Up?
None — the Kipping Muscle Up uses your bodyweight only, so it works at home with nothing but floor space.
Is the Kipping Muscle Up suitable for beginners?
It is classed as advanced. Build the movement pattern with an easier variation first, then add load once the technique holds under fatigue.
What can I do instead of the Kipping Muscle Up?
Archer Pull Up, Bench Pull-ups, Chin-up train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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