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The common wisdom is that the chin up (supinated grip) targets the biceps. It also appears to target the pectoralis major. The pull up targets the lower trapezius more. Source Ellington Darden also says the chin up better targets the lats because the involvement of the biceps means the arms won't give out as quickly as the pull up, allowing the back to get ...

The barbell squat is primarily a quadricep exercise. Secondary muscle groups include glutes, hamstrings, lower back, and even abs. The best way to target your quads during a barbell squat is to keep your feet at shoulder width with your toes pointing out a little bit to avoid putting unnecessary pressure on your knees. If you want to activate your glutes ...

There is no muscular response to "tone"; muscles can either grow or or they can shrink(or change in number of fibers). Basically my point with that is, is that there is no special exercise or rep scheme out there to elicit a "toning" response, just approach the weights with intent to gain muscle. I have yet to meet a natural lifter in person who ...