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Assisted Standing Pull Up Wide Grip

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Assisted Standing Pull Up Wide Grip Overview

The assisted standing pull up wide grip workout primarily engages the Lats.

The machine is designed to provide support and assistance during the exercise.

It allows users to focus on the targeted muscle group without overstressing auxiliary muscles.

By gradually reducing the assistance, the machine helps users build strength and progress towards unassisted pull-ups.

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Assisted Standing Pull Up Wide Grip Instructions

  1. Stand facing the assisted standing pull-up wide grip machine.
  2. Place your hands on the wide grip handles, palms facing away from you.
  3. Step onto the footrests, ensuring your feet are secure.
  4. Engage your core and pull your shoulder blades down and back.
  5. Lower your body by bending your elbows, keeping your chest up and back straight.
  6. Continue lowering until your elbows are at a 90-degree angle.
  7. Push through your palms and engage your back muscles to pull yourself back up to the starting position.

Assisted Standing Pull Up Wide Grip Tips

  1. Focus on your grip: When performing the assisted standing pull up wide grip exercise, make sure to have a firm grip on the handles, with your palms facing away from you. This wide grip engages your lats, the largest muscles in your back, allowing you to target them effectively.
  2. Engage your core: As you pull yourself up, remember to engage your core muscles by tightening your abs. This not only helps to stabilize your body, but also ensures that the emphasis remains on your lats, rather than relying too much on your arms.
  3. Control your movement: Avoid using momentum to swing yourself up during the exercise. Instead, focus on a slow and controlled movement, allowing your lats to do the work. This will enhance muscle activation and maximize the benefits of the exercise.
  4. Keep your shoulders down: It’s common to unintentionally shrug your shoulders when performing the assisted standing pull up wide grip exercise. To fully engage your lats, consciously keep your shoulders down and away from your ears throughout the movement. This ensures that your lats are doing the majority of the work.
  5. Gradually increase resistance: As a beginner, it’s important to start with a manageable amount of assistance on the machine. However, as you progress and become stronger, gradually decrease the assistance to challenge your lats even more. This progressive

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