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Assisted pull-up: how to do it

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Knees on the pad, grip slightly wide

  1. Starting position

    Place your knees or feet on the machine support and grip the bar overhand, slightly wider than shoulder-width.

  2. The movement

    Pull yourself up until your chin passes the bar, then lower yourself slowly until your arms are straight.

Most common mistake

Don't let the support push you up quickly, keep your body steady and control the whole movement.

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