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Assisted Pull-Up
Practice the full pulling path with only as much assistance as needed for control.
What it develops
- Full-range pulling pattern
- Upper-back strength
How to perform it
- Use foot support or a band that permits smooth movement.
- Start from an active hang and pull with a controlled trunk.
- Lower to straight elbows without dropping.
Common mistakes
- Excessive assistance
- Kicking or swinging
- Cutting range short
Suggested readiness
- Complete controlled repetitions.
- Reduce assistance without losing position.
These suggestions are not a test or verification of ability.
Scale it back
- Higher foot support
- Heavier assistance band
- Active hangs
Training cautions
- Anchor bands securely and keep your face out of the recoil path.
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