I’ve watched hundreds of people over 40 struggle with pull-ups.

Most make one (or two, or all) of the same 3 mistakes:

Mistake #1: Starting too aggressive

They jump straight to full pull-ups instead of building the foundation. Result? Shoulder pain and zero progress.

Mistake #2: Ignoring grip strength

Your grip gives out before your back muscles. You’re not weak – your grip just isn’t ready.

Mistake #3: Random workouts

They do pull-ups “whenever” instead of following a progressive system. Consistency beats intensity every time.

— Here’s what actually works instead (BTW – this is just a preview – the full program has complete day-by-day breakdowns, exact rep schemes, video demonstrations, form cues, and much more detail for every single exercise):

Track 1: Beginner (0 Pull-Ups) Day 1: Hollow holds, ring rows, assisted pull-ups Day 2: Bar hangs, slow negatives, flexed-arm holds Day 3: Self-assisted pull-ups with progression

Track 2: Novice (1-4 Pull-Ups) Pull-up ladders: 1,1,1,1,1 → 2,1,1,1,1 → 2,2,1,1,1 Building volume systematically

Track 3: Intermediate (5-8 Pull-Ups) Ladder example: 5,4,3,2,1 (15 total reps) Adding weighted variations

Track 4-6: Advanced to Master High-volume ladders up to 55+ total reps Heavy weighted pull-ups for strength

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In the Operation Pull Up Zero-to-20 Pull Up Plan, you start where YOU are. Each track has specific daily workouts – hollow holds, negatives, flexed-arm hangs, ring rows – all designed to build the exact strength patterns you need. This is the systematic approach that’s helped 203+ people over 40 finally achieve their pull-up goals. And it’s still available at stand-alone launch pricing at the link below:

-> “Operation Pull Up” Zero-to-20 Pull Up Plan

Your pull-up breakthrough starts now,

— Forest Vance, MS – Former Pro Football Player – Owner, FVT Warrior Wellness – Creator, Operation Pull Up