Pull up workouts
- nancy dehra
- Jul 12
- 2 min read
🔥 Beginner Pull-Up Progression Plan
home workout
| Exercise | Sets x Reps | Instructions |
| -------------------------------------------------- | ------------- | ----------------------------------------------- |
| Wall Push-Ups | 3 x 15 | Keep core tight, chest touches wall |
| Incline Push-Ups (on table/bed) | 3 x 10–12 | Progress from wall push-ups |
| Superman Hold | 3 x 30 sec | Lie face down, lift arms/legs up and hold |
| Reverse Snow Angels | 3 x 12 | Lie down, move arms in a wide arc |
| Doorway Rows | 3 x 10 | Hold door handles, lean back, pull in |
| Negative Pull-Up Practice (use a sturdy bar) | 3 x 5 | Jump up to top, slowly lower in 5 sec |
| Plank Hold | 3 x 30–40 sec | Builds core strength for better pull-up control |
🏋️♀️ GYM WORKOUT ROUTINE (Beginner Friendly)
| Exercise | Sets x Reps | Instructions |
| --------------------------------------- | ----------- | ---------------------------------------------------- |
| Assisted Pull-Ups (Machine or Band) | 4 x 6–8 | Use machine or resistance band to offset body weight |
| Lat Pulldown | 3 x 10–12 | Use a wide grip to mimic pull-up |
| Seated Cable Row | 3 x 12 | Pull to midsection, squeeze shoulder blades |
| Dumbbell Bicep Curls | 3 x 12 | Use light to moderate weight |
| Dumbbell Shoulder Press | 3 x 10 | Strengthens shoulders and stability |
| Negative Pull-Ups (Bodyweight) | 3 x 5 | Focus on slow 4–5 sec descent |
| Hanging Hollow Hold / Knee Raises | 3 x 20 sec | Core strength for stability during pull-ups
|🟩 Progress Tip: Start with 40–60% assistance and reduce over weeks. Aim to do 1 unassisted pull-up in 8–12 weeks.
📈 How to Track Progress
Week 1–2: Focus on form and volume
Week 3–6: Gradually reduce assistance
Week 7+: Practice 1–2 unassisted attempts
Log reps, feel, and progress weekly

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