fitubaAssisted pull-up machine
Back · machine. Kneel on the pad, grab the handles and pull your chest up toward them.
Main muscle: Back
Also works: biceps · forearms
Equipment: machine
Typical: 3–4 sets of 6–12. For strength, 3–6 with solid form and long rests.
How to do it
- Kneel on the pad, grab the handles and pull your chest up toward them.
- More weight on the machine means more help: take it off little by little to progress.
- Lower until your arms are straight, under control, without dropping.
Common mistakes
- Using so much assistance that the pad lifts you on its own.
- Craning your neck to reach the handles.
- Swinging your body to get up.
Alternative
No equipment, or want to switch it up: Overhand pull-ups.
Log it in one message
Type or say: “Did 3x10 assisted pull-up on level 6.”
Fituba logs the weights session and its points; in Train you can add sets, reps and load to compare your strength progress. Sample wording, not a prescription.FAQ
What muscles does the assisted pull-up machine work?
Main: back. Also working: biceps and forearms.
How many sets and reps of assisted pull-up?
Typical: 3–4 sets of 6–12. For strength, 3–6 with solid form and long rests. Adjust the load so you finish every set with good form; the load is the machine's number.
How do I log assisted pull-up in Fituba?
In your account, open Train, pick Assisted pull-up and add its sets, reps and load; or type “Did 3x10 assisted pull-up on level 6” and Fituba logs your weights session.
Sources and limits
Original Fituba copy based on standard technique guides (StrengthLog · Back). General education: the demo and these notes don't assess your form, mobility or the right load for you; for individual coaching, see a trainer.
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