assisted standing pull-up

assisted standing pull-up — target lats

TARGET: lats

EQUIPMENT: leverage machine

SECONDARY: biceps, forearms

  1. Adjust the machine to your desired weight and height settings.
  2. Stand facing the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
  3. Grasp the handles with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  4. Engage your lats and biceps, and pull yourself up towards the handles.
  5. Pause for a moment at the top, squeezing your back muscles.
  6. Slowly lower yourself back down to the starting position.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
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