PULL MOVEMENTS

athlete performing a dumbbell Meadows row in a staggered stance
Dumbbell Meadows Row

Dumbbell Meadows Row

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athlete performing a kettlebell hang clean from the hinge position, explosive hip drive captured mid-motion
Kettlebell Hang Clean

Kettlebell Hang Clean

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athlete performing a single-arm dumbbell dead stop row, one hand braced on bench
Single-Arm Dumbbell Dead Stop Row

Single-Arm Dumbbell Dead Stop Row

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Athlete performing single-arm dumbbell row with rotational finish, torso turning slightly upward, cinematic gym lighting
Single-Arm Dumbbell Row to Rotation

Single-Arm Dumbbell Row to Rotation

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Athlete performing dumbbell bent-over reverse fly, arms extended in wide arc at shoulder height, cinematic gym lighting
Dumbbell Bent-Over Reverse Fly

Dumbbell Bent-Over Reverse Fly

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BEST PULL MOVEMENTS

Pull movements strengthen the back, arms, and grip.

The Pull movement pattern involves drawing resistance toward the body, engaging the back, biceps, rear shoulders, and grip. These exercises develop balanced upper-body strength and are crucial for shoulder health and posture.

Athlete performing dumbbell seal row on elevated bench, dumbbells mid-pull toward ribs, cinematic gym lighting
Dumbbell Seal Row

Dumbbell Seal Row

The Dumbbell Seal Row builds back and scapular strength while minimizing momentum, developing pure pulling…
Athlete performing dumbbell pullover, lying crosswise on bench, dumbbell mid-arc behind head, cinematic gym lighting
Dumbbell Pullover

Dumbbell Pullover

The Dumbbell Pullover builds upper-body strength and mobility, targeting the chest, lats, and core while…
Athlete performing kettlebell alternating snatch, kettlebell at full arm extension over head, cinematic gym lighting
Kettlebell Alternating Snatch

Kettlebell Alternating Snatch

The Kettlebell Alternating Snatch develops full-body coordination, explosive hip drive, and power endurance by alternating…
Athlete performing landmine rotational clean, mid-pull with bar sweeping diagonally across body, hips rotating, cinematic gym lighting
Landmine Rotational Clean & Press

Landmine Rotational Clean & Press

The Landmine Rotational Clean & Press unites explosive rotation and powerful pressing into one athletic…
Athlete performing landmine rotational clean, mid-pull with bar sweeping diagonally across body, hips rotating, cinematic gym lighting
Landmine Rotational Clean

Landmine Rotational Clean

The Landmine Rotational Clean builds explosive hip and core power by combining rotation, pull, and…
Athlete performing dumbbell hang clean and press, mid-press position, neutral grip, cinematic gym lighting
Dumbbell Hang Clean & Press

Dumbbell Hang Clean & Press

The Dumbbell Hang Clean & Press is a full-body compound movement that develops explosive hip…
TRENDING PULL MOVEMENTS

Pull movements essential for posture, balance, and functional strength.

Movements such as pull-ups, rows, and sled pulls fall under this category, teaching the muscles to contract effectively and stabilise the shoulder blades. In HYROX and RB100-style training, pull movements balance push work, preventing overuse injuries and enhancing performance in daily activities and sport.

Athlete performing kettlebell clean and jerk, mid-press with one arm locked overhead, opposite side braced, cinematic gym lighting
Kettlebell Clean & Jerk

Kettlebell Clean & Jerk

The Kettlebell Clean & Jerk builds explosive strength and coordination by combining a dynamic pull…
Athlete performing kettlebell snatch, mid-phase with kettlebell rising close to body, strong hip drive, overhead lockout visible, cinematic gym lighting
Kettlebell Snatch

Kettlebell Snatch

The Kettlebell Snatch is a full-body explosive lift that builds power, coordination, and endurance through…
Athlete performing Y-Bell snatch, mid-lift phase with Y-Bell rising close to body, hip drive visible, overhead lockout in progress, cinematic gym lighting showing control and power
Y-Bell Snatch

Y-Bell Snatch

The Y-Bell Snatch is a powerful full-body movement that develops explosive hip drive and overhead…
muscular female athlete performing Y-Bell clean and press, mid-press position, neutral grip, cinematic gym lighting
Y-Bell Clean & Press

Y-Bell Clean & Press

The Y-Bell Clean & Press develops full-body power and coordination by combining a powerful pull…
Athlete mid-catch in barbell power clean, bar resting on shoulders, elbows high, quarter squat position, cinematic gym lighting showing explosive strength and control
Barbell Power Clean

Barbell Power Clean

The Barbell Power Clean develops speed, coordination, and total-body explosive power a foundational lift for…
Athlete mid-catch during barbell clean, elbows high, bar resting on shoulders, hips low, eyes forward, cinematic gym lighting showing power and focus
Barbell Clean

Barbell Clean

The Barbell Clean builds total-body power, speed, and coordination transforming raw strength into athletic movement…
ALL PULL MOVEMENTS

Pull movements

Strong pulling capacity improves grip endurance and spinal stability, supporting all compound lifts. It also complements pressing movements for total upper-body symmetry.

Athlete performing barbell bent-over row, torso parallel to ground, bar pulled to ribs, lats and traps engaged, cinematic gym lighting showing strength and posture
Barbell Bent-Over Row

Barbell Bent-Over Row

The Barbell Bent-Over Row builds upper-back strength, posture, and pulling power a cornerstone lift for…
Athlete performing kettlebell deadlift high pull, hips fully extended, elbows high, smooth upward motion, neutral spine, cinematic gym lighting highlighting explosive control
Kettlebell Deadlift High Pull

Kettlebell Deadlift High Pull

The Kettlebell Deadlift High Pull develops power and coordination through a smooth hip-driven pull building…
Female athlete catching kettlebell softly in rack, close path, hips extended, crisp light
Kettlebell Clean

Kettlebell Clean

The Kettlebell Clean transitions the bell from backswing to front-rack in one fluid arc. Hike…
Athlete in wide-stance plank rowing a dumbbell; hips level; crisp studio gym lighting
Renegade Row

Renegade Row

The Renegade Row combines a plank with a row to build core stability, upper-body strength,…
Athlete performing dumbbell deadlift to high pull, hips extended, elbows high, explosive upward motion, cinematic gym lighting showing dynamic power
Dumbbell Deadlift to High Pull

Dumbbell Deadlift to High Pull

The Dumbbell Deadlift to High Pull combines lower-body power with upper-body speed a dynamic movement…
Athlete performing dumbbell snatch from floor to overhead in one smooth motion, strong hip drive, neutral spine, dynamic gym lighting capturing explosive power
Dumbbell Snatch

Dumbbell Snatch

The Dumbbell Snatch builds full-body power, coordination, and athletic speed a single explosive movement from…
Athlete performing inverted row under barbell in rack, body straight, chest close to bar, controlled lighting in gym environment
Inverted Row

Inverted Row

The Inverted Row builds upper-back and arm strength using bodyweight resistance a key step toward…
Female Athlete cleaning sandbag explosively to shoulders, mid-motion, strong gym lighting
Sandbag Clean

Sandbag Clean

The Sandbag Clean develops full-body power, grip strength, and real-world lifting ability.
Athlete mid-stroke on SkiErg, strong downward pull, sweat visible, modern gym
SkiErg Sprint

SkiErg Sprint

The SkiErg Sprint develops upper-body power, coordination, and conditioning under fatigue.
Female Athlete performing strict pull-up, chin above bar, gym rig background
Pull-Up Hold

Pull-Up Hold

The Pull-Up Hold develops grip, core tension, and upper-back strength through isometric contraction.