How to do the Lever Assisted Chin-up
Lever Assisted Chin-up is a beginner multi-joint compound pulling exercise targeting the Lats in the Back region. Performed using leverage machine, it falls under the strength category. Secondary muscles engaged include Biceps and Forearms.
Lever Assisted Chin-up demonstration · © GymiaFit
Lever Assisted Chin-up at a glance
- Primary muscles
- Lats
- Secondary muscles
- Biceps, Forearms
- Equipment
- Leverage Machine
- Level
- Beginner
- Type
- Compound (multi-joint)
- Force
- Pull
Lever Assisted Chin-up step by step
- 1Adjust the leverage machine to your desired resistance level.
- 2Stand on the foot platform and grip the handles with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- 3Hang with your arms fully extended, keeping your body straight.
- 4Engage your back muscles and pull your body up towards the handles, leading with your chest.
- 5Continue pulling until your chin is above the handles.
- 6Pause for a moment at the top, then slowly lower your body back down to the starting position.
- 7Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Lever Assisted Chin-up — questions
What muscles does the Lever Assisted Chin-up work?
The Lever Assisted Chin-up primarily targets the Lats. It also recruits the Biceps, Forearms as secondary movers.
What equipment do I need for the Lever Assisted Chin-up?
You need leverage machine. If your gym does not have it, the alternatives listed further down train the same muscles with different kit.
Is the Lever Assisted Chin-up suitable for beginners?
Yes. It is classed as a beginner movement: the pattern is simple enough to learn in a session and easy to scale by adjusting range of motion or load.
What can I do instead of the Lever Assisted Chin-up?
Assisted Parallel Close Grip Pull-up, Assisted Pull-up, Assisted Standing Chin-up train the same muscles and make good substitutes when the equipment is taken or the movement does not suit you.
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