Lever assisted chin-up
The lever assisted chin-up is a compound exercise that targets the latissimus dorsi using a leverage machine to assist in the movement. This exercise is ideal for beginners who are working towards unassisted chin-ups or pull-ups.
At a glance
- Area
- Back
- Main muscle
- Lats
- Equipment
- Leverage machine
- Level
- Beginner
Form tips
- Engage your core throughout the movement.
- Avoid swinging your body.
- Use a full range of motion, fully extending your arms at the bottom.
- Keep your shoulders down and back.
- Focus on pulling with your back muscles rather than your arms.
What to watch out for
- shoulder injuries
- elbow injuries
- wrist injuries
Also known as
Trazioni alla macchina assistita, assisted pull-up, machine-assisted chin-up, assisted chin-up, machine chin-up, trazioni assistite, trazioni alla macchina