Exercise technique

lever assisted chin-up

The lever assisted chin-up is a machine-based exercise that helps users perform chin-ups with assistance, making it easier to build strength in the lats, biceps, and forearms. It is ideal for those who are not yet able to perform unassisted chin-ups.

How do you perform this exercise?

  1. Adjust the leverage machine to your desired resistance level.
  2. Stand on the foot platform and grip the handles with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
  3. Hang with your arms fully extended, keeping your body straight.
  4. Engage your back muscles and pull your body up towards the handles, leading with your chest.
  5. Continue pulling until your chin is above the handles.
  6. Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your body back down to the starting position.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

Which other muscles are involved?

Biceps, Forearms.

How do you log your sets?

How do you track progressive overload?

Source: ExerciseDB catalogue and demonstration. Related movements are options to compare, not equivalent loads or a prescribed progression.

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