Vertical Pull · Assisted pull-up machine
Assisted Pull-Up
Primary muscles: Lats; upper back; biceps
Exercise data by RepDB (repdb.co)
Setup
- Select enough assistance to complete controlled repetitions.
- Position knees or feet on the machine support as designed.
- Grip the handles and begin from a controlled long-arm position.
How To Perform It
- Drive the elbows down as you pull your body upward.
- Keep the torso controlled without swinging.
- Lower slowly to the start before repeating.
Key ASF Cue
“The assistance helps you practise the pull - do not bounce off the support pad.”
Common Mistakes
- Using too little assistance and shortening the range.
- Swinging for momentum.
- Relaxing abruptly into the bottom.
Alternatives / Substitutions
Safety Note
Follow the machine instructions for entering and exiting safely.