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Standing Assisted Chin Up

Learn how to perform Standing Assisted Chin Up, a Back exercise, with setup, breathing and common mistakes.

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STEP 1

Setup

Stand on the moving assistance platform and grip the handles with palms facing you.

STEP 2

Start phase

Use the platform assistance while drawing your elbows down to lift your body.

STEP 3

End phase

Pause briefly at the top, then lower your body slowly with the platform.

STEP 4

Target muscles

This movement primarily works your lats. Focus on controlling the motion through these muscles.

STEP 5

Common mistakes

Avoid kicking against the platform or swinging your body upward.

STEP 6

Breathing

Exhale as you rise and inhale as you lower.

STEP 7

Coach tip

The entered weight is assistance: more assistance makes the ascent easier.

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