Assisted Standing Pull-up
Learn how to do the Assisted Standing Pull-up with proper form and technique. This leverage machine exercise primarily targets your Lats, with secondary emphasis on Biceps, Forearms.
How to Do the Assisted Standing Pull-up
Follow these steps to perform the Assisted Standing Pull-up with correct form:
- 1Adjust the machine to your desired weight and height settings.
- 2Stand facing the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- 3Grasp the handles with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
- 4Engage your lats and biceps, and pull yourself up towards the handles.
- 5Pause for a moment at the top, squeezing your back muscles.
- 6Slowly lower yourself back down to the starting position.
- 7Repeat for the desired number of repetitions.
Assisted Standing Pull-up Muscles Worked
Primary
Secondary
Exercise Details
- Equipment
- leverage machine
- Body Part
- back
- Category
- Extended
Recovery & Training Frequency
- Recommended Recovery Time
- 2–3 days
- Weekly Frequency
- 2–3 sessions per week
- Why
- Isolation work on large muscles produces targeted damage but lower systemic fatigue than compound variants. 48–72 h between sessions is generally adequate for intermediate trainees.
Sets & Reps by Goal
Strength
- Sets
- 3–4
- Reps
- 5–8
- Rest
- 90–120 s
Isolation movements can be trained with moderate loads for strength, though peak strength expression is secondary to compound lifts.
Hypertrophy
- Sets
- 3–5
- Reps
- 10–20
- Rest
- 45–90 s
Isolation exercises shine in the 10–20 rep range with a 2-second eccentric. Taking the final set close to failure drives maximum hypertrophic stimulus.
Endurance
- Sets
- 2–4
- Reps
- 20–30
- Rest
- 20–45 s
Light-load, high-rep isolation work is useful for rehab, joint health, and pump-focused training.
Which Workout Splits Include Assisted Standing Pull-up?
Based on the muscles this exercise targets, it fits naturally into these training splits and day types:
Push / Pull / Legs
Pull Day
Upper / Lower
Upper Day
Full Body
Any session
Bro Split
Back Day
Not sure which split is right for you? Cora builds personalised training plans that match your schedule and goals. Learn more about progressive overload.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What muscles does the Assisted Standing Pull-up work?
The Assisted Standing Pull-up primarily targets your Lats. Secondary muscles worked include Biceps, Forearms. This makes it an effective exercise for developing your back.
What equipment do I need for the Assisted Standing Pull-up?
The Assisted Standing Pull-up requires leverage machine. Make sure your equipment is properly set up and you have enough space to perform the movement with full range of motion.
How do I perform the Assisted Standing Pull-up with proper form?
Start by Adjust the machine to your desired weight and height settings. Stand facing the machine with your feet shoulder-width apart. Grasp the handles with an overhand grip, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. Focus on controlled movement throughout the entire range of motion. See the full step-by-step instructions above for complete form guidance.
How often should I do the Assisted Standing Pull-up?
For most people, allow 2–3 days between sessions targeting the same muscle group. That translates to 2–3 sessions per week. Isolation work on large muscles produces targeted damage but lower systemic fatigue than compound variants. 48–72 h between sessions is generally adequate for intermediate trainees.
What are the best sets and reps for the Assisted Standing Pull-up?
It depends on your goal. For strength: 3–4 sets of 5–8 with 90–120 s rest. For hypertrophy (muscle growth): 3–5 sets of 10–20 with 45–90 s rest. For endurance: 2–4 sets of 20–30 with 20–45 s rest.
Which workout splits is the Assisted Standing Pull-up best for?
The Assisted Standing Pull-up fits well into the following training splits: Push / Pull / Legs (Pull Day), Upper / Lower (Upper Day), Full Body (Any session), Bro Split (Back Day). It is classified as a pull, upper movement.
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