How do I do pullups when Im too weak to do them?

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thread starter ARGfest Jul 23 2009 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

So ive been mainly doing pushups and crunches as my workout routine, and some lifting here and there, but ive noticed my biceps arent that big and cut, like my triceps. So, I asked my dad ( who was a bodybuilder) and told me to do some pullups on his old pullup bar. After doing barely more than 4, I realized Im too weak to do pullups. How do I do more pullups If im too weak to do them?

HappyGoLucky 07/23/09 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

I can do like, 1 and a half. But yeah, just start with 4, and if you keep doing them, you'll gradually be able to do more.

MrNagson 07/23/09 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

I can do about 4 chin-ups.. I think your OKAY, Since im like, superweak, but I am really light.

icyspell 07/23/09 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

4 Isn't so bad...I can only do around 8~10. Well,that was the last time I tried.

talk2thefist Jul 23 2009 + PM | QUOTE | PERMALINK | REPORT

I think it's a better idea to life weights until you can do 8-10 pull-ups, then you can probably try multiple reps. I don't work out and I can do 6 o.0 (sorry if I'm chewing away at your self-confidence)