Lats Back Leverage Machine #0017

Assisted Pull-Up

Animated demonstration

Assisted Pull-Up — Animated demonstration

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At a glance

Target muscle
Lats
Body part
Back
Equipment
Leverage Machine
Synergist group
Biceps

Secondary muscles

Biceps Forearms

How to perform

  1. 1

    Adjust the machine to your desired weight and height settings.

  2. 2

    Grasp the handles with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.

  3. 3

    Hang with your arms fully extended and your feet off the ground.

  4. 4

    Engage your back muscles and pull your body up towards the handles, keeping your elbows close to your body.

  5. 5

    Continue pulling until your chin is above the handles.

  6. 6

    Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your body back down to the starting position.

  7. 7

    Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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