
About this episode
Finally get your first pull-up!
In this episode, I break down exactly how I help athletes earn their first strict pull-up. We cover the biggest mistakes people make, the best exercises to build strength, how body weight affects your progress, why grip strength matters, and a simple weekly plan you can start today.
Whether you're just beginning your fitness journey or you've been trying for months, this episode gives you a practical roadmap to make your first pull-up happen.
Topics covered:
- Why pull-ups are about relative strength
- The best exercises for pull-up progress
- Grip strength and shoulder stability
- Ring rows, negatives, and band progressions
- Common mistakes that slow progress
- A simple weekly pull-up plan
- How long it really takes to get your first pull-up
If you're consistent, patient, and train the right way, your first pull-up is closer than you think.
Pull Up Plan
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ikFrozLIT_e7c7iuS23DTp__EskR0ghiTTMCg9yTfaQ/edit?usp=sharing
CrossFit, Pull Up, First Pull Up, Strict Pull Up, Pull Up Progression, Ring Rows, Fitness Tips, Functional Fitness, Grip Strength, Bodyweight Training, Strength Training, Beginner CrossFit, Pull Up Tutorial, Gymnastics Strength, Andy McCann, CrossFit Garage, Harder to Kill, Look Good Naked, Relative Strength, Fitness Podcast
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