{"id":70742,"date":"2025-02-04T20:33:37","date_gmt":"2025-02-04T20:33:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=70742"},"modified":"2025-02-04T20:33:37","modified_gmt":"2025-02-04T20:33:37","slug":"how-to-train-to-do-a-pull-up","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-train-to-do-a-pull-up\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Train To Do A Pull-Up: A Step-By-Step Guide For Beginners"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-train-to-do-a-pull-up\/#Are_Pull-Ups_Hard_To_Learn\" >Are Pull-Ups Hard To Learn?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-train-to-do-a-pull-up\/#How_To_Train_Pull-Ups_If_You_Cant_Do_One\" >How To Train Pull-Ups If You Can\u2019t Do One?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-train-to-do-a-pull-up\/#How_Long_Does_It_Take_To_Be_Able_To_Do_A_Pull-Up\" >How Long Does It Take To Be Able To Do A Pull-Up?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-train-to-do-a-pull-up\/#How_Do_I_Build_Strength_To_Do_Pull-Ups\" >How Do I Build Strength To Do Pull-Ups?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-train-to-do-a-pull-up\/#Do_Push_Ups_Increase_Pull-Ups\" >Do Push Ups Increase Pull-Ups?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-train-to-do-a-pull-up\/#How_To_Train_To_Do_A_Pull-Up_At_Home\" >How To Train To Do A Pull-Up At Home<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-train-to-do-a-pull-up\/#Strengthening_Key_Muscles\" >Strengthening Key Muscles<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-train-to-do-a-pull-up\/#Incorporate_Grip_Strength_Training\" >Incorporate Grip Strength Training<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-train-to-do-a-pull-up\/#Practice_Proper_Form\" >Practice Proper Form<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-train-to-do-a-pull-up\/#How_To_Train_To_Do_A_Pull-Up_Female\" >How To Train To Do A Pull-Up Female<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-train-to-do-a-pull-up\/#Pull_Up_Alternative_No_Bar\" >Pull Up Alternative No Bar<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-train-to-do-a-pull-up\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-train-to-do-a-pull-up\/#Why_cant_I_do_pull-ups\" >Why can\u2019t I do pull-ups?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-train-to-do-a-pull-up\/#Am_I_weak_if_I_cant_do_a_pull-up\" >Am I weak if I can\u2019t do a pull-up?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-train-to-do-a-pull-up\/#How_many_pull-ups_a_day\" >How many pull-ups a day?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-train-to-do-a-pull-up\/#Are_three_sets_of_10_pull-ups_good\" >Are three sets of 10 pull-ups good?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-train-to-do-a-pull-up\/#How_many_calories_do_pull-ups_burn\" >How many calories do pull-ups burn?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-train-to-do-a-pull-up\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pull-ups are challenging yet rewarding exercises that build upper-body and core strength. While mastering them can seem intimidating, especially for beginners, with the right approach, they become achievable.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-with-flow-redirect?flow=3090&#038;flowToRedirect1=2935&#038;flowToRedirect2=1772&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Train_To_Do_A_Pull_Up\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-70127\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Frame-2147223997-1024x638.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Frame-2147223997.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Frame-2147223997-300x187.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Frame-2147223997.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Frame-2147223997-1476x920.png 1476w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Frame-2147223997.png 1925w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to learn how to do a pull-up, keep reading. We will provide plenty of tips and tricks to help.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Pull-Ups_Hard_To_Learn\"><\/span><strong>Are Pull-Ups Hard To Learn?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knowing how to do pull-ups for beginners is challenging because they require a lot of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/calisthenics-workout-for-arms\/\">upper-body strength<\/a> and involve activating multiple muscle groups simultaneously, including the back, shoulders, arms, and core (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.clrn.org\/how-to-learn-pull-ups\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Train_Pull-Ups_If_You_Cant_Do_One\"><\/span><strong>How To Train Pull-Ups If You Can\u2019t Do One?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Assisted Pull-Up Machine<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Assisted pull-up machines are a great way to learn the pull-up movement while building the strength to perform naturally.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">They involve standing on a platform that reduces your weight by specific amounts (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ammfitness.co.uk\/information-advice\/assisted-pull-up\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Resistance Bands<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can similarly use resistance bands for an assisted pull-up machine.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By attaching them to the bar and then putting your knee through the band or even standing on the band, you can reduce your weight to make the pull-ups easier. These are perfect for at-home workouts.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Negative Pull-Ups<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Jump up, bring your chin to the top of the bar, and slowly lower yourself to strengthen your pulling muscles.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These are especially good if you can\u2019t access assisted pull-up machines or resistance bands. You can use a platform to help you get up to the bar, then grab on and slowly control your body as your elbows extend.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Pull-Up Alternatives<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use exercises like:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Inverted rows<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bodyweight rows under a sturdy table<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dumbbell rows to build the strength needed to perform pull-ups<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These exercises target the same muscles as pull-ups (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acefitness.org\/continuing-education\/certified\/april-2018\/6959\/ace-sponsored-research-what-is-the-best-back-exercise\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-with-flow-redirect?flow=3090&#038;flowToRedirect1=2935&#038;flowToRedirect2=1772&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Train_To_Do_A_Pull_Up\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-70506\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/492-v-shaped-buttocks-exercises-1024x640.png\" alt=\"How To Train To Do A Pull Up\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/492-v-shaped-buttocks-exercises.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/492-v-shaped-buttocks-exercises-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/492-v-shaped-buttocks-exercises.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/492-v-shaped-buttocks-exercises-1472x920.png 1472w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/492-v-shaped-buttocks-exercises.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Long_Does_It_Take_To_Be_Able_To_Do_A_Pull-Up\"><\/span><strong>How Long Does It Take To Be Able To Do A Pull-Up?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The time required to achieve a pull-up varies depending on:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your consistency<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your fitness level<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Starting body weight<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Training frequency<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It can take 4\u201312 weeks of focused training or even longer. Therefore, staying motivated, taking breaks, and finding the fun in your <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/best-fitness-app\/\">workouts<\/a> are essential to accomplishing your goals (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.verywellhealth.com\/how-long-does-it-take-to-build-muscle-8419936\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_I_Build_Strength_To_Do_Pull-Ups\"><\/span><strong>How Do I Build Strength To Do Pull-Ups?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Lat Pulldowns<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mimicking the pulldown motion on a lat-pulldown machine can help strengthen your lats, which are essential to the pull-up (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/adult-health\/in-depth\/back-pain\/art-20546859\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Dead Hangs<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hanging from the bar without attempting to pull yourself up can help build grip and shoulder strength. It also decompresses the spine, helping to stretch the entire body.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Push-ups<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Push-ups will strengthen your chest, shoulders, and triceps, which are secondary muscles in pull-ups.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>If you wish to free yourself from all the extra pounds that have been weighing you down for way too long, <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-with-flow-redirect?flow=3090&#038;flowToRedirect1=2935&#038;flowToRedirect2=1772&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Train_To_Do_A_Pull_Up\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">start using the BetterMe: Health Coaching app<\/a> and overhaul your entire life!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_Push_Ups_Increase_Pull-Ups\"><\/span><strong>Do Push Ups Increase Pull-Ups?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Push-ups alone won\u2019t directly improve pull-up strength, but they complement pull-up training by developing supporting muscles, primarily in the chest, which help stabilize the shoulders (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.inspireusafoundation.org\/do-push-ups-help-with-pull-ups\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Train_To_Do_A_Pull-Up_At_Home\"><\/span><strong>How To Train To Do A Pull-Up At Home<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learning how to do pull-ups for beginners at home involves gradually building the necessary upper body and <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/pilates-at-home-challenge-2\/\">core strength<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strengthening_Key_Muscles\"><\/span><strong>Strengthening Key Muscles<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Inverted Rows Using A Sturdy Table Or Bar<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie underneath a sturdy surface, grip it, and pull your chest toward the bar.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reps: 3\u20134 sets of 8\u201312.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Bent-Over Rows Using Dumbbells Or Resistance Bands<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold a barbell or resistance band with an overhand or neutral grip.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bend at your hips to lower your torso until it\u2019s nearly parallel to the ground, with your knees slightly bent.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pull the weight toward your lower ribs or waist.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reps: 3 sets of 10\u201312.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Plank Holds<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strengthen your core for pull-up stability.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reps: 3 sets of 30\u201360 seconds.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-planking-burn-fat\/\">Does Planking Burn Fat? Unveiling the Truth of the Famous Plank vs. Fat Debate<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Negative Pull-Ups<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use a chair or sturdy surface to jump or step into the top pull-up position with your chin above the bar.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Slowly lower yourself down for 3\u20135 seconds. Then, get back on that sturdy surface to grab the bar again for the next rep.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reps: 3\u20135 sets of 4\u20136 negatives.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Resistance Bands<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Loop a resistance band around the bar and place your knee or foot in the band.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perform assisted pull-ups.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reps: 3 sets of 6\u201310.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Bicep Curl<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use dumbbells, a barbell, resistance bands, or a kettlebell.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bend your elbows to curl the weights up toward your shoulders.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Perform 3\u20134 sets of 8\u201312 reps with moderate weights.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-with-flow-redirect?flow=3090&#038;flowToRedirect1=2935&#038;flowToRedirect2=1772&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Train_To_Do_A_Pull_Up\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-70513\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/497-what-causes-armpit-fat-1024x640.png\" alt=\"How To Train To Do A Pull Up\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/497-what-causes-armpit-fat.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/497-what-causes-armpit-fat-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/497-what-causes-armpit-fat.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/497-what-causes-armpit-fat-1472x920.png 1472w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/497-what-causes-armpit-fat.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Incorporate_Grip_Strength_Training\"><\/span><strong>Incorporate Grip Strength Training<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Dead Hangs<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hang from a pull-up bar for as long as you can.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start with 10\u201315 seconds and work up to 30\u201360 seconds.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Farmers Carry<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use dumbbells, kettlebells, or any heavy objects with comfortable grips.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold one weight in each hand and take small, controlled steps.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Walk as far as you can, keeping your back straight with your core engaged, before returning the weights to the floor.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practice_Proper_Form\"><\/span><strong>Practice Proper Form<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Good form will help prevent injury and ensure the work you are doing is more effective.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use an overhand grip slightly wider than shoulder-width.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hang with your arms fully extended and your shoulders engaged.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pull your chest toward the bar by engaging your lats and biceps until your chin is above the bar.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your core tight to avoid swinging.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower yourself in a controlled manner until your arms are back at the starting position (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/fitterpedia.org\/2024\/04\/04\/understanding-the-importance-of-proper-form-in-weight-lifting\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>BetterMe: Health Coaching app helps you achieve your body goals with ease and efficiency by helping to choose proper meal plans and effective workouts. Start using our app and you will <a class=\"in-cell-link\" href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-with-flow-redirect?flow=3090&#038;flowToRedirect1=2935&#038;flowToRedirect2=1772&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Train_To_Do_A_Pull_Up\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">see good results in a short time.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Train_To_Do_A_Pull-Up_Female\"><\/span><strong>How To Train To Do A Pull-Up Female<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learning how to do pull-ups for <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/30-day-fitness-challenge-for-beginners\/\">beginners<\/a> girls and women involves unique challenges and considerations due to physiological differences.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any female at any age can learn to do a pull-up with tailored training and consistent effort.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Females face challenges during training because they have less upper body mass and grip strength, limiting pull-up performance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, females must focus on building up the muscle groups they use to perform pull-ups before they can effectively perform many pull-ups (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/link.springer.com\/article\/10.1007\/s004210050027\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read more:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/does-wall-pilates-really-work-for-weight-loss\/\">Does Wall Pilates Really Work For Weight Loss?<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pull_Up_Alternative_No_Bar\"><\/span><strong>Pull Up Alternative No Bar<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Inverted Rows Using A Table<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie under a sturdy table or surface.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grip the edge and pull your chest toward it, keeping your body straight.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lower yourself back down with control.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Towel Rows<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tie a sturdy towel around a door handle or anchor it securely.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold both ends of the towel, lean back, and pull yourself toward the anchor point.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Resistance Band Rows<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anchor a resistance band to a secure surface at chest height. You can also sit on the floor with your legs straight and then wrap the resistance band around the bottom of your feet.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold both ends and step back to create tension.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pull the bands toward you, squeezing your shoulder blades together.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Superman Pull<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lie face down on the floor with your arms extended in front of you.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lift your arms, chest, and legs slightly off the ground (Superman position).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pull your arms back toward your shoulders as if performing a pull-up.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>Backpack Rows<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fill a backpack with books or other heavy items.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bend at your hips and knees, keeping your back straight.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hold the backpack with both hands and pull it toward your chest.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-with-flow-redirect?flow=3090&#038;flowToRedirect1=2935&#038;flowToRedirect2=1772&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Train_To_Do_A_Pull_Up\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-68300\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4905-Calisthenics-for-Runners_-5-Key-Exercises-to-Build-Strength-1024x640.png\" alt=\"How To Train To Do A Pull Up\" width=\"770\" height=\"481\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4905-Calisthenics-for-Runners_-5-Key-Exercises-to-Build-Strength.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4905-Calisthenics-for-Runners_-5-Key-Exercises-to-Build-Strength-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4905-Calisthenics-for-Runners_-5-Key-Exercises-to-Build-Strength.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4905-Calisthenics-for-Runners_-5-Key-Exercises-to-Build-Strength-1472x920.png 1472w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/4905-Calisthenics-for-Runners_-5-Key-Exercises-to-Build-Strength.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_cant_I_do_pull-ups\"><\/span><strong>Why can\u2019t I do pull-ups?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you struggle to do a pull-up, it likely means you need to strengthen one or more key muscle groups, including your back, biceps, or core.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Grip strength and proper form are also key factors. However, remember that practice makes perfect, and developing strength takes time, so do not feel defeated if you can\u2019t do a specific number of pull-ups.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Am_I_weak_if_I_cant_do_a_pull-up\"><\/span><strong>Am I weak if I can\u2019t do a pull-up?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not at all. Pull-ups require significant and specific strength, and many beginners struggle with them, especially if they are overweight. However, consistent training and a good diet will help you progress.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_pull-ups_a_day\"><\/span><strong>How many pull-ups a day?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re practicing pull-ups, start with 2\u20133 weekly sessions. Focus on quality over quantity and avoid overtraining (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/marathonhandbook.com\/how-many-pull-ups-should-i-be-able-to-do\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_three_sets_of_10_pull-ups_good\"><\/span><strong>Are three sets of 10 pull-ups good?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Three sets of 10 is an excellent goal for overall strength and endurance.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, beginners should start with smaller sets and gradually increase volume as strength improves.<\/span><\/p>\n<ul><li><h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_calories_do_pull-ups_burn\"><\/span><strong>How many calories do pull-ups burn?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><\/li><\/ul><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The number of calories you burn doing pull-ups will depend on several factors, including your weight, age, and intensity. However, most people can expect to burn 5 \u2013 10 calories per minute while doing 10 pull-ups per minute (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/calculator.academy\/pull-up-calories-calculator\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-with-flow-redirect?flow=3090&#038;flowToRedirect1=2935&#038;flowToRedirect2=1772&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=How_To_Train_To_Do_A_Pull_Up\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-70127\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Frame-2147223997-1024x638.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"770\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Frame-2147223997.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Frame-2147223997-300x187.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Frame-2147223997.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Frame-2147223997-1476x920.png 1476w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Frame-2147223997.png 1925w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><strong>The Bottom Line<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mastering pull-ups may feel like a challenging journey, but it&#8217;s entirely achievable with consistent effort and the right training plan. Remember that progress takes time, so it\u2019s important to celebrate the milestones along the way.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether using resistance bands, practicing negative pull-ups, or doing rows with a backpack, each step brings you closer to conquering your first pull-up.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pull-ups are challenging yet rewarding exercises that build upper-body and core strength. While mastering them can seem intimidating, especially for beginners, with the right approach, they become achievable.\u00a0 If you want to learn how to do a pull-up, keep reading. We will provide plenty of tips and tricks to help. Are Pull-Ups Hard To Learn? 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