There’s something so satisfying (not to mention badass) about a smooth, powerful pull-up—one that feels controlled from start to finish, no jerky movements, no swinging legs, just pure strength. But a ...

Mastering a pull-up isn’t just about brute strength—it’s about proper technique. Even if you’ve been grinding through upper-body workouts and practicing your reps, even seemingly teensy form mistakes ...

The first pull-up is always the toughest to get when it comes to bodyweight exercises. The push-up and the dip, both push oriented moves, are easier to conquer than the pull-up and while it may take ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. “Be able to do a ...

U.S. Marine Corps Sgt. Maribel A. Castaneda, an aviation operations specialist with Drill Instructor School, doing pull-ups before a physical training session. (Cpl. Julian Elliott-Drouin/U.S. Marine ...

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Brandon Stout, 380th Expeditionary Civil Engineer Squadron, does pull-ups during a workout at an undisclosed location in Southwest Asia Sept. 11, 2013. (Staff Sgt. Joshua ...

I'm not really one for controversial or polarising opinions. I don't believe in ‘tough love’ for tough love's sake when it comes to health and fitness advice, and I don't usually go in for statements ...

The pull-up is a time-tested move that you should get good at, no matter your fitness goals. If you don’t have access to a pull-up bar, you can buy one for your home. Most pull-up bars are affordable, ...