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Partial Muscle Up with Smith Machine P2

Part 2 of a progressive partial muscle-up on the Smith machine that builds the transition strength for full muscle-ups.

Full BodyAdvancedStrengthCompound

At a glance

Muscles workedPrimary: lats, chest, triceps. Secondary: shoulders, core
Muscle groupFull Body
DifficultyAdvanced
TypeStrength · Compound
Sets & reps4 sets × 5-8 reps
Estimated calories burned~32 kcal

How to do it

  1. Set the Smith bar at an appropriate height and grip it firmly.
  2. Perform the partial muscle-up pattern (pull + transition focus) as programmed for P2.
  3. Control the descent.
  4. Keep the core braced and body tight.
  5. Complete 4 sets of 5-8 reps.

Equipment

Coaching tips

Benefits

Part 2 of a progressive partial muscle-up on the Smith machine that builds the transition strength for full muscle-ups.

Common mistakes

Avoid excessive kipping or losing body tension.

Make it harder

Increase the range or reduce assistance.

Make it easier

Use more leg drive or a higher bar setting.

Breathing

Exhale through the pull and transition.

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