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EPISODE · Jul 13, 2026 · 27 MIN

276 - How to get my first pull up

from Fitness Food Finances · host Andy McCann

Send us Fan MailFinally 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 Planhttps://docs.google.com/document/d/1ikFrozLIT_e7c7iuS23DTp__EskR0ghiTTMCg9yTfaQ/edit?usp=sharingCrossFit, 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

Send us Fan Mail 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. T...

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