Pull-Up (Band-Assisted)
The pull-up with a long band looped over the bar and both feet standing in it, legs straight; the band's pull lightens the bottom of each rep.
How to do it
Setup
Band looped over the bar, both feet standing in the bottom of the loop, overhand grip a little wider than the shoulders.
Steps
- Pull the chin over the bar, legs straight and together.
- Lower slowly to straight arms, letting the band stretch under control.
- Step down to a lighter band once the reps come easily.
Common mistakes
Riding the band's bounce at the bottom: pause in the hang, then pull. Feet perched on the band's edge: set both squarely in the loop so it cannot slip off. Chin craning over the bar: lead with the chest.
Breathing
Exhale on the pull, inhale lowering.
