Assisted Pull-Up

Step-by-step technique for Assisted Pull-Up, an exercise for lats using machine. From the Frog Fitness exercise library.

Technique video

How to do it

  1. Set the counterweight on the machine and place your knees/feet on the pad.
  2. Grip the bar wider than shoulder-width.
  3. Pull up until your chin reaches the bar.
  4. Lower under control to straight arms.
Coach tip: More counterweight = easier. Reduce it as you get stronger.

Muscles worked

Primary: Lats
Secondary: Biceps

Assisted Pull-Up is a strength exercise that loads the lats using machine. Log it in Frog Fitness to follow how the load develops over time.

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