Assisted Underhand Chin-up

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Instructions Preparation Step up and grasp bar with an underhand grip. Step down onto assistance lever or platform. Execution Pull body up until elbows are to the sides. Lower body until arms and shoulders are fully extended. Repeat. Comments If no assisted machine is used, assist as needed by allowing training partner to pull feet up behind legs or push self up with legs on elevation.

Classification  Utility: Basic  Mechanics: Compound  Force: Pull Muscles Target Latissimus Dorsi Synergists Brachialis Brachioradialis Teres Major Deltoid, Posterior Rhomboids Levator Scapulae Trapezius, Lower Trapezius, Middle Pectoralis Major, Sternal Pectoralis Minor Dynamic Stabilizers Biceps Brachii Triceps, Long Head