Struggling with pull-ups? You’re not alone. For many—especially women, beginners, or those who’ve taken a break from fitness—traditional “step-by-step” tutorials often fall short. Why?
**The real barrier isn’t effort—it’s stability.**
Pull-ups demand serious shoulder joint stability, core strength, and grip endurance. If your body isn’t primed for these, even the most disciplined YouTube routine won’t bridge the gap.
Here’s the game-changer I learned from **Mark Rippetoe**, one of the world’s top strength coaches:
👉 **Focus on deadlifts first.** 👈
When you can deadlift **1.5x your body weight**, you’ll have built the foundational strength your shoulders, core, and grip need to thrive. This method isn’t theory—it’s proven. I’ve watched clients (many of whom are women or restarting their fitness journey) go from “I can’t” to “I did!” by prioritizing this powerhouse move.
**Why it works**:
- Deadlifts build total-body stability, targeting the *exact* muscles pull-ups require.
- They’re scalable—start light, progress safely, and celebrate small wins.
- No gym shame. No comparing yourself to influencers. Just raw, functional strength.
**Try this instead**:
1. **Master the deadlift form** (quality over weight!).
2. Gradually increase load until you hit that 1.5x bodyweight milestone.
3. Re-test your pull-up. You’ll be shocked at what your body can suddenly do.
Fitness isn’t one-size-fits-all. If the usual advice isn’t working, it’s not *you*—it’s the approach.
**Your turn**: Have you tried deadlifts to unlock other skills? Drop a 💪 below—I’d love to cheer you on!
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*P.S. Share this with someone who’s been stuck on pull-ups—it might be the missing piece they need.*
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