Partner-assisted Chin-up

The Partner-assisted Chin-up primarily works the Latissimus Dorsi, with secondary activation of the Brachialis, Brachioradialis, Levator Scapulae, Pectoralis Major (Sternal), Pectoralis Minor, Posterior Deltoid, Rhomboids, Teres Major, Trapezius (Lower), Trapezius (Middle) and stabilizer support from the Biceps Brachii (Long Head), Triceps (Long Head). It is a none compound exercise at beginner difficulty.

A none compound pull exercise targeting the Latissimus Dorsi.

EquipmentNone
DifficultyBeginner
TypeCompound
MovementVertical Pull
ForcePull
LateralityBilateral
PrimaryLatissimus Dorsi
SecondaryBrachialis, Brachioradialis, Levator Scapulae, Pectoralis Major (Sternal), Pectoralis Minor, Posterior Deltoid, Rhomboids, Teres Major, Trapezius (Lower), Trapezius (Middle)

Muscles Worked

Front
Back
Primary Secondary Stabilizer

Primary Muscles

Secondary Muscles

Stabilizer Muscles

Instructions

  1. Preparation: Step up and grasp bar with underhand shoulder width grip. Bend knees so partner can assist from behind. Execution: Pull body up until elbows are to sides or chin is just above bar. Lower body until arms and shoulders are fully extended. Repeat. Comments: Partner can assist as needed by pulling ankles or top feet up from behind. Also seeself-assistedtechnique.

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