Chin-Up (Assisted)
The underhand pull-up in the assist machine.
How to do it
Setup
Underhand grip, knees on the assist pad, arms long.
Steps
- Pull the chin over the bar, elbows to the ribs.
- Lower to straight arms.
- Reduce the assist a plate at a time over weeks.
Common mistakes
Comfort-level assist forever: the machine's job is to disappear. Kipping off the pad: strict reps only. Short bottoms: full hang, every rep.
Breathing
Exhale on the pull, inhale lowering.
