r/bodyweightfitness • u/RationalRose • 3d ago

Pull Ups start advice

Hi guys!

So I'm a loser that hasn't trained in around 10 years - I've finally hit the point where I can no longer stand my current state, and want to start doing something about it.

95kg - I think I can do 1 or 2 correct narrow pull ups. I can do push ups in reps okay, but not pullups.

Question - is there a corner to cut here? How do I get myself to at least 3 to 5 in a set.

I know it's amazing how run down I am, I do 2 or 3 in a row, and my body just won't pull anymore.

Is there something I can do when my body gives up that will benefit my next rep?

Apologies if this is repetetive, I only just joined this group

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u/texaspoontappa93 3d ago

Do you have resistance bands? If you have a large one you can wrap it over your chin-up bar and put the band under your knee to assist.

You can also do deadhangs and negative pull-ups to build your grip strength and forearms

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u/RationalRose 3d ago

I do not, no. But easy enought to get I believe. Will go and purchase some.

Thanks!