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Assisted Pull Up Close Grip

The Assisted Pull Up Close Grip is an assisted machine exercise that targets the back, with the biceps assisting. Follow the 7 steps below and watch the demo to check your form.

Target muscles
Back
Also works
Biceps
Equipment
Assisted machine
Body part
Back

Step by step

  1. Adjust the assisted pull-up machine to your desired assistance level.
  2. Grip the handles or bar with a close overhand grip, hands a few centimeters apart.
  3. Place your knees or feet on the assistance platform.
  4. Engage your core and pull your body upward by driving your elbows down and back.
  5. Continue pulling until your chin rises above the bar.
  6. Lower yourself back down slowly to full arm extension while keeping control.
  7. Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.

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