If you can’t complete a full pull-up yet, start with foundational exercises. Inverted rows (using a bar or TRX straps) strengthen your back and biceps. Lat pulldowns mimic the pull-up motion ...

“The pull-up is one of the most challenging but effective ... You can use a bar in a squat rack, TRX or gymnastic rings and be sure to start with your body at a more vertical angle initially ...

Rotate to reach your free hand as far up the TRX strap as you can, keeping this arm straight and using your other arm to pull you upwards. Reverse this motion to reach your free arm as far as you ...