# @athleticlab on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DT8JaQUDWBa
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/54332045-athleticlab-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2026-01-25T16:07:51.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Athletic Lab (@athleticlab) — https://gondola.cc/athleticlab

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These two terms are often misunderstood so let’s be clear - Chin-ups are done with an underhand (supinated) grip and pull-ups are done with an overhand (pronated) grip. The confusion likely comes from the fact that both do in fact require you to *pull* your *chin* *up* above the bar 😵... confusing, right?
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At Athletic Lab we generally refer only to “pull-ups” and then specify underhand or overhand grip. Especially for members new to fitness, we want to see you successfully pull yourself up so we don’t really have a preference how you do that as long as you’re being safe. Achieving your first pull-up/chin-up is an amazing feeling and a huge confidence booster.
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​Once you’re able to perform several unassisted reps with solid form, then it may be more appropriate to utilize the differences between the two variations to target more specific adaptations. 
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​Which variation do you prefer?
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​#apex #durham #cary #morrisville #strengthandconditioning crossfit gymlife raleigh fitness pullup chinup

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strengthandconditioning, apex, morrisville, durham, cary

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