Begin by gripping a pull-up bar with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width, and ensuring a secure thumb position. Engage your core and retract your shoulder blades to properly position your lats. Pull your body upwards until your chin clears the bar, then slowly lower with control, maintaining shoulder retraction throughout the movement.
Extend through the full range of motion, lowering completely and rising until your chin is above the bar. Lower yourself deliberately to maintain control and reduce stress on your joints. Position your hands a bit wider than shoulder-width for a balanced and secure grip.