Negative Pull Up
Learn how to do the Negative Pull Up with proper form, setup, and execution.
This body weight movement primarily targets back, including lats.
How to Perform Negative Pull Up
- 1
Grab a pull-up bar with an overhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart, and start at the top position with your chin above the bar.
- 2
Engage your abs and take a breath.
- 3
Slowly lower yourself down to a full hang, taking as long as possible on the descent and exhale.
- 4
Step back up to the starting position and repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Training Guidelines
The targets below are general guidelines. Adjust volume and intensity based on your experience, recovery, and goals. If you track effort, aim for most working sets around RPE 7–9.
| Goal | Sets | Reps | Rest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strength | 3-5 | 4-6 | 2-3 min |
| Muscle Growth | 3-4 | 8-12 | 60-90 sec |
| Endurance | 2-3 | 15-20 | 30-60 sec |
| Beginner | 2-3 | 10-15 | 60-90 sec |
Want to pair movements efficiently? Try grouping them as supersets.