Of all the exercises, the one with the largest mind game attached to it is the pull-up. One thing I have learned is that women and men cannot do pull-ups if they do not practice pull-ups. On the flip ...

What is it about pull-ups that makes them so impressive, and why do so many lifters judge themselves based on how many they can crank out in a row? Unlike the squat, bench press, and deadlift – the ...

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Ah, pull-ups. They’re one of the most straightforward exercises around, and yet somehow one of the most difficult to do — especially with good form. They’re also an ideal way to improve your grip ...

Learning how to do pull-ups can be a daunting prospect. From the slightly menacing chalky bar to the fact you're just not sure you can pull-up your entire body weight, there's a lot to consider. That ...

Beginning in November 2025, the FBI will require special agent candidates to perform pull-ups as part of their graded physical fitness exam. Throughout the military, pull-ups are a tested exercise in ...

WASHINGTON - Dead hangs and pull-ups might sound simple: just hang down or pull yourself up, but both are surprisingly tough. They've been popping up all over social media lately thanks to a viral ...

Pull-ups are known to improve upper-body strength. The exercise primarily targets the latissimus dorsi, biceps, and shoulders, while also engaging the trapezius and rhomboids. Completing 25 pull-ups ...

Chin-ups and pull-ups are highly beneficial bodyweight exercises that target your entire upper body. And while you may use the terms interchangeably, the two moves are actually quite distinct. The big ...

If you have ever hung from a pull-up bar wondering how people make it look so effortless, you are definitely the only one! Pull-ups are one of those exercises that truly test your strength, ...