What are the effects of chin-ups?

Answer by  Zellionheart (40)

Performing chin-ups activates the biceps as the primary movers in this exercise. This means that you can expect a slight growth in strength and size of the biceps when you use just your body weight. Using leg weights or other means of resistance will increase your gains.

Answer by  Gymbuff22 (13)

Chin ups will develop your upper back as well as your biceps. The strenght from chin-ups is very practical and will help with daily lifting.

Answer by  JKJOLYNN (170)

stronger all round upper body, especially back and biceps. also, depending on the direction you face your hands you may get a good forearm work out.

Answer by  technogeek (6640)

Chin-ups are resistance exercises that uses your body weight for the resistance instead of weights. The exercise works the biceps or triceps (depending on the grip), some slight work on the chest, and the core (abs and back). Underhand grip for biceps and overhand grip for triceps. A wide grip will also work the shoulders.