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Assisted Pull-up

Beginner
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How to Do It

  1. Adjust the machine to your desired weight and height settings.
  2. Grasp the handles with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  3. Hang with your arms fully extended and your feet off the ground.
  4. Engage your back muscles and pull your body up towards the handles, keeping your elbows close to your body.
  5. Continue pulling until your chin is above the handles.
  6. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your body back down to the starting position.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Range of Motion

Full extension at the bottom to chin above the bar.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • ×Relying too heavily on the assistance instead of engaging the lats
  • ×Swinging or using momentum
  • ×Not going through full range of motion

Prescription

3Sets
10-15Reps
Rest interval60-90 sec

Goal

Build pulling strength with band or machine assistance

Body Part

Back

Equipment

Leverage Machine

Muscles Worked

PrimaryLats
Secondary
BicepsForearms