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Electromyographical Comparison Of A Traditional, Suspension Device, And Towel Pull-Up, Ronald L. Snarr, Ashleigh V. Hallmark, Jason C. Casey, Michael R. Esco
Electromyographical Comparison Of A Traditional, Suspension Device, And Towel Pull-Up, Ronald L. Snarr, Ashleigh V. Hallmark, Jason C. Casey, Michael R. Esco
Department of Health Sciences and Kinesiology Faculty Publications
Strengthening muscles of the back may have various implications for improving functions of daily living, aiding in the transfer of power in throwing, and assist in injury prevention of the shoulder complex. While several versions of the pull-up exist, there is currently no literature comparing their differences. The purpose of this investigation was to compare the electromyographical activity of the latissimus dorsi, posterior deltoid, middle trapezius, and biceps brachii while performing three variations of the pull-up. Resistance-trained men and women (n = 15, age = 24.87 ± 6.52 years) participated in this study by performing traditional pull-ups, suspension device pull-ups, …