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Fitness expert recommends the ultimate 4-week pull-up programme for beginners


Published on 2025-01-25 09:03:18 - MSN
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  • Wherever you are on your fitness journey, the pull-up remains one of the most challenging - and rewarding - exercises you can conquer. Lifting your bodyweight from a dead hang until your chin clears the bar is no small feat,

The article from MSN outlines a comprehensive four-week program designed by fitness expert James Stirling, known as the London Fitness Guy, to help beginners master pull-ups. The program starts with foundational exercises like scapular pull-ups and negative pull-ups to build strength in the necessary muscle groups. It progresses through various stages, incorporating exercises such as lat pull-downs, assisted pull-ups, and isometric holds to enhance muscle endurance and strength. Each week introduces new exercises or increases the difficulty of existing ones, aiming to prepare the body for full pull-ups by the end of the fourth week. Stirling emphasizes the importance of consistency, proper form, and gradual progression to avoid injury and ensure effective muscle development. The program not only focuses on physical preparation but also on mental readiness, encouraging participants to visualize success and maintain motivation throughout the training.

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