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Band Assisted Pull Up

Pullup assistance, wide back
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Targets: Lats

About

At first, start by putting the band on your foot. And then move it step by step to your knees to increase the difficulty. Be careful not to do it too fast!

How to Band Assisted Pull Up

Starting Position

1. Please tie the band to the bar for assistance.

2. Grab the bar slightly wider than shoulder-width and step onto the band.

3. Squeeze your shoulder blades together and open your chest.

Proper Form

1. Please pull your arms back until your chest touches the bar.

2. Pull your arms back naturally while squeezing your shoulder blades together.

3. Slowly return to the starting position while keeping your chest relaxed.

Breathing Technique

Exhale when pulling your arms, and inhale when extending your arms.

Precautions

1. Please be careful not to lose your starting position when you come down.

2. Please rise using the strength of your shoulder blades, not your arms.

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