There are many different ways to perform strengthening exercises for the upper back and arms. Two popular exercises include the chin-up and pull-up. The pull-up is performed by using an over-hand grip, while the chin-up is performed by using an under-hand grip. We are interested in the differences of these motions since these exercises are often used to increase muscular strength. We will compare the range of motion in both exercises to see which movement is a more effective exercise. We hypothesize that the greater the range of motion, the more effective the exercise will be. In this experiment, we will be studying these two movements to see if the pull-up or chin-up will cause more stress than the other on the muscular skeletal system. We will be looking at each exercise closely to determine if there are any major differences in joint velocities and ranges of motion.0
The purpose of our experiment is to determine if there are any biomechanic differences between the chin-up vs. pull-up. We will analyze wrist, shoulder, elbow, and hip placement and analyze how each type of exercise affects these joints. Our goal is to determine which one of these exercises is preferred over the other.