Neutral-Grip Pull-Up

Q: What muscles does Neutral-Grip Pull-Up work?

Neutral-Grip Pull-Up primarily trains Back, Biceps and Forearms. LIFTAG tags each set to those muscle groups so weekly volume and body-part splits stay honest.

Q: Which gym machines can I use for Neutral-Grip Pull-Up?

Neutral-Grip Pull-Up is mapped to Functional Zone (Bodyweight & Core) in the LIFTAG catalog. At a partner gym the tag on those machines opens this exercise with setup notes ready to log.

Compound · Weight × reps

The neutral grip trains the latissimus, upper back, elbow flexors, forearms, and grip; many people find the forearm and shoulder position comfortable, but it is not universally pain-free. Use a band or assisted machine if you cannot maintain a smooth path without kicking or shrugging.

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Scan the machine's QR tag and this exercise opens ready to log: sets, rest timer, PRs, and your whole progression for Neutral-Grip Pull-Up.

FOUND ON THESE MACHINES

Functional Zone (Bodyweight & Core)

HOW TO DO NEUTRAL-GRIP PULL-UP

Hang from parallel handles with palms facing each other and arms straight.
Brace the trunk, set the shoulder blades, and pull the elbows toward the ribs until the chin or upper chest reaches handle height.
Pause without craning the neck, then lower under control to your comfortable full range.
Keep the handles at a natural width and avoid twisting on fixed grips.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I log Neutral-Grip Pull-Up in LIFTAG?

Open Neutral-Grip Pull-Up in LIFTAG, or tap the NFC tag / scan the QR code on the machine at a partner gym. Log each working set as weight × reps. The rest timer starts after you save the set, and PRs plus estimated 1RM update automatically.

What muscles does Neutral-Grip Pull-Up work?

Which gym machines can I use for Neutral-Grip Pull-Up?