Assisted Pull-up
A great exercise for developing the latissimus dorsi and building pull-up strength safely with an assisted machine.
Muscles worked
§ 01 · MusclesHow to perform
§ 02 · Steps- 01
Set up on the assisted pull-up machine and select the assistance weight (more weight = more assistance).
- 02
Grip the bar with an overhand grip slightly wider than shoulder-width, brace your core, and pull your shoulder blades back and down.
- 03
Pull yourself up by driving your elbows toward your sides until your chin reaches bar level or slightly above it.
- 04
Pause briefly at the top without letting your shoulders rise toward your ears.
- 05
Lower yourself under control to full extension, allowing the assistance platform to follow the movement without bouncing.
How to get started at the gym
§ 03 · SisuLiftAssisted Pull-up is ready to go in the SisuLift exercise library. The app builds you a program, suggests starting weights and shows this same animation during your workout at the gym.
- ·A ready training program based on your goal
- ·Starting weight suggestions and automatic progression
- ·Set logging and rest timer at the gym
Tips
§ 04 · TipsKeep your chest up and avoid swinging your hips so the movement targets your back. Adjust the assistance so you can maintain control throughout the entire range of motion.
A great exercise for developing the latissimus dorsi and building pull-up strength safely with an assisted machine.
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