Get a Grip

There are plenty of ways to grip the bar — here are just a handful of options.

By Tatyana McNamara | Experience LifeMay 1, 2008

Pull Up Grip Options

1. Regular overhand, or pull-up, grip

2. Regular underhand, or chin-up, grip

3. Mixed over-underhand grip

4. Wide overhand grip

5. Towel grip (this is an advanced version)

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