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J Electromyogr Kinesiol February 2017 PMID 28011412

Electromyographic analysis of muscle activation during pull-up variations.

James A Dickie, James A Faulkner, Matthew J Barnes, Sally D Lark

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The discussions reflect active interest, as seen in comments about replacing or comparing grip types, indicating curiosity about optimizing muscle engagement; phrases like 'puede ser igual' suggest a nuanced understanding, while mentions of the study’s relevance to training routines demonstrate a moderate level of engagement and perceived impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the study's findings, with some opinions that certain grip variations, like supinated and pronated, may be comparable in muscle activation levels.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions show high interest, especially among fitness enthusiasts and physiotherapists, by analyzing specific aspects of muscle engagement during pull-ups.

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There is moderate engagement, with users referencing the methodology and practical implications, but not deeply debating the findings.

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The influence appears modest, with some users suggesting potential adjustments to workout routines based on the results, yet no claims of revolutionary impact.

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  • The study compares muscle activation during different pullup grips (supinated, pronated, neutral, and rope) and finds that the pronated grip elicits the highest peak and average muscle activity in certain muscles.
  • During pullups, the concentric (lifting) phase produces greater muscle activation than the eccentric (lowering) phase across muscles like the brachioradialis, biceps brachii, and pectoralis major.
  • Overall, muscle activation levels are similar across different grip types during complete repetitions, but phase differences (concentric vs. eccentric) significantly affect muscle engagement.]
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Electromyographic analysis of muscle activation during pull-up variations "Results indicate that EMGPEAK and EMGARV of the shoulder-arm-forearm complex during complete repetitions of pull-up variants are similar despite varying hand orientations"

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あった。 James A. Dickie, et al, Electromyographic analysis of muscle activation during pull-up variations, Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology, Volume 32, 2017, Pages 30-36, ISSN 1050-6411, https://t.co/XsydQYnllC. https://t.co/hrqrfxbWdH

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Electromyographic analysis of muscle activation during pull-up variations "Results indicate that EMGPEAK and EMGARV of the shoulder-arm-forearm complex during complete repetitions of pull-up variants are similar despite varying hand orientations"

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あった。 James A. Dickie, et al, Electromyographic analysis of muscle activation during pull-up variations, Journal of Electromyography and Kinesiology, Volume 32, 2017, Pages 30-36, ISSN 1050-6411, https://t.co/XsydQYnllC. https://t.co/hrqrfxbWdH

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