Negative Pull-up is a gymnastics movement on Fiz. Lower slowly from the top of the pull-up – eccentric strength progression. Primary muscles: lats, biceps. Scored by reps.
Muscles Worked
Primary
latsbiceps
Secondary
upper backforearmscore
Scoring
repstracked
Scaling Alternatives
Frequently Asked
What muscles does the Negative Pull-up work?
Negative Pull-up primarily works lats, biceps, with secondary engagement of upper back, forearms, core.
How do you do a Negative Pull-up?
Lower slowly from the top of the pull-up – eccentric strength progression.
How is the Negative Pull-up scored?
On Fiz, Negative Pull-up is tracked by reps. Log your reps, weight, distance, or time and build a movement history that powers leaderboards and PRs.
What's an easier alternative to the Negative Pull-up?
Easier scaling options include Ring Row. Each is a standalone movement in the Fiz glossary you can swap into any workout.
What's a harder progression from the Negative Pull-up?
Progress to Pull-up when Negative Pull-up feels light.