Band Assisted Pull-Up
- Main muscles
- Lats
- Also works
- Abs, Forearms, Middle back
- Equipment
- Other equipment
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Compound
How to do it
- Choke the band around the center of the pullup bar. You can use different bands to provide varying levels of assistance.
- Pull the end of the band down, and place one bent knee into the loop, ensuring it won't slip out. Take a medium to wide grip on the bar. This will be your starting position.
- Pull yourself upward by contracting the lats as you flex the elbow. The elbow should be driven to your side. Pull to the front, attempting to get your chin over the bar. Avoid swinging or jerking movements.
- After a brief pause, return to the starting position.
Quick answers
- What muscles does the Band Assisted Pull-Up work?
- Mainly the lats, with help from the abs, forearms, middle back.
- What equipment do I need?
- Other equipment.
- Is it good for beginners?
- Yes, it is rated beginner level.
- How do I track progress on it?
- Log each set and beat the weight or reps from last time. Liftrung shows your last set beside the next one and estimates your one-rep max from your sets.
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