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Assisted Pull-Up Machine

A primary vertical pull movement for back.

Equipment

machines

Typical range

5–15 reps

Also trains

biceps

Set up

Select assistance and enter the machine using its handholds.

Execute

Start from a controlled hang and pull the chest toward the handles.

Lower slowly before exiting with the platform secured.

Coaching cues

• Drive elbows down.
• Move without swinging.

Common mistakes

• Treating higher assistance as more resistance.
• Stepping off before controlling the assistance pad.

Modify or stop when relevant discomfort is reported. Educational content does not diagnose injury.