How many pull ups should I be able to do? To answer this question, you honestly need to ask yourself, how many pull ups do I WANT to do and am I willing to put in the practice? As mere mortals, we are all limited in the number of unbroken reps we can or will ever be able to complete. But, if you are hungry to do more than just hang from the bar, your potential in this body weight exercise can be maximized with daily practice, strength-training, skill improvement, and an “eye of the tiger” attitude.

While I’ve never been an advocate of judging one’s self against others, sometimes seeing where you stack up against others can be motivating.  Read on to find out how many pull-ups girls, boys, women and men should be able to complete according to various sources. Continue reading →