Exercise library
Back
Band-Assisted Pull-Up
- Primary muscle
- Back
- Also works
- Biceps
- Equipment
- Band
- Movement pattern
- Vertical pull
- Role in a program
- Primary
How to do it
Loop a resistance band over the bar and place one foot or knee in the loop for assistance. Pull your chest to the bar while keeping tension in the band, then lower under control.
Video demo coming soon.
Similar & swap-friendly exercises
Missing the equipment, or does this one aggravate something today? These also train the back — pick a substitute that feels strong and pain-free. For an actual injury, get it assessed by a professional.
- Band Lat PulldownBandVertical pull
- Assisted Pull-Up (Machine)MachineVertical pull
- Barbell PulloverBarbellVertical pull
- Cable PulloverCableVertical pull
- Chin-UpBodyweightVertical pull
- Close-Grip Lat PulldownCableVertical pull
No-equipment alternatives
Training at home or on the road — bodyweight options for the back: