How I increased my pull-up max from 3 to 30

 The most difficult looking exercise for a newbie gym goer or someone who's new into training using only his or her bodyweight is obviously the, Pull Up.


When I, for the first time, tried executing the King of Back exercises-Pull up, I, with much effort did just 3 reps with full ROM(Range of Motion).

I was pretty good at pushing movements like Pushups, Handstand Pushups etc... But when it came to pulling movements like Lat

pulldowns, bicep curls etc... I was very weak in these spheres.

My journey from performing 3 reps to a full 30 reps took almost 1.5 years of continuous toiling. 
However, applying the same technique and ways with a proper diet will surely make one capable of 30 reps of pull-up even within 6-9 months.

Tip #01
Attempt maximum reps of pull-up on at least 3 days per week as warm up.

Tip #02
Dead Hang 6x a week for 30 seconds of one set at least and gradually increase.

Tip #03
Focus on exercises which strengthen your lats, rear deltoids and biceps.

Tip #04
Try pull-ups with different grips.

Tip #05
Weighted pull-ups after you reach 15 pull-ups

Tip #06
Most important thing in the whole pull-ups movement is the full extension or the dead hang, so make sure you perform full pull-ups.

Tip #07
Keep a separate day(generally resting day) when you can perform 100 reps of pull-up comprising sets and reps of your choice.

Tip #08
Work on your core muscles, the last few reps of a pull-up while attempting max reps really test your core strength to the fullest.

Tip #09
Do not fold your leg while pull-up execution, keep them straight.

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