Organizations such as the American Council on Exercise give advice such as 'care should be taken not to unduly put stress on your shoulder during this exercise'. Isometric anti-extension and anti-rotation of the spine

Įxtension, adduction, and transverse abduction of the shoulderĪdduction and inferior rotation of the scapula Canadian parachutists are required to demonstrate at least seven chin-ups.Female candidates, irrespective of age, need to complete two chin-ups. To achieve a 'fair' rating, male candidates need to complete seven chin-ups (if aged from 20 to 29), six (30 to 39), four (40 to 49) or two (over 50). For the United States Secret Service, candidates are required to execute chin-ups with their arms fully extended in the downwards phase.For US Rangers, the Ranger Physical Fitness Test requires candidates to complete at least four pull-ups.It was then removed in 2014 with the announcement of a new IPPT format. It is also used in the NAPFA test for male students above the age of 14. Pull-ups were also used as part of a military test in Singapore, where the IPPT for National-Service men is used. They are used by the United States Marine Corps as a part of the Physical Fitness Test, although marines may also choose to substitute push-ups.

Pull-ups are a common way to measure the upper body strength of the 'pulling muscles'. 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit members in a team pull-up competition.

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