Use a doorway pull-up bar or sturdy overhead beam
💡 Pro tip: Use a chair or resistance band for assistance when starting out
Pull-up bar or assisted pull-up machine
Safety: Ensure bar is secure, use full grip, avoid swinging
Regressions for building up strength
Builds grip strength and shoulder stability
Focus on eccentric lowering phase
Reduces bodyweight load with band support
Horizontal pull with adjustable difficulty
Progressions for advanced athletes
Add external load for strength gains
Increased range of motion
Adds core engagement and difficulty
Maximum unilateral strength challenge
When you can do 10 strict pull-ups with full range of motion for 3 sets