Counterweight in pullups

emmab0902

Can someone explain counterweights to me?

If I weigh 112lbs and have the weight on the assisted pullup machine set at 84lbs, does that mean I am effectively pulling up 28lbs?

Dumb question I know, but want to get my head around it!

35dollars

You have it correct - the nett weight you're working is your body weight minus the setting on the counter-weight

emmab0902

Thanks

Sued0nim

Yep that's what it means