A pull-up with added load via a dip belt, weighted vest, or a dumbbell held between the feet. The fastest way to build raw back strength once bodyweight pull-ups feel easy.
Form tips
Master strict bodyweight pull-ups for 8-10 clean reps before adding load.
Start light — 10 lb on a dip belt is plenty for the first session. Aim for 4-6 reps with perfect form.
Keep the same dead-hang start and chest-to-bar finish; don't shorten the range of motion just because there's weight.
Increase weight by 2.5-5 lb per session, not per set. Patience here pays off.
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