Assisted Chin-up



Muscles

Target
Latissimus Dorsi

Synergists
Brachialis
Brachioradialis
Biceps Brachii
Teres Major
Deltoid, Posterior
Infraspinatus
Teres Minor
Rhomboids
Levator Scapulae
Trapezius, Middle
Trapezius, Lower
Pectoralis Minor

Dynamic Stabilizers
Triceps, Long Head

Instructions

Preparation
Step up and grasp bar with wide overhand grip. Step down onto assistance lever or platform.

Execution
Pull body up until the chin is just above the bar. Lower body until arms and shoulders are fully extended. Repeat.

Comments
If no assisted machine is used, assist as needed by allowing training partner to pull feet up behind legs or push self up with legs on elevation.

Source: exrx.net