7 Weeks to 50 Pull-Ups: Strengthen and Sculpt Your Arms, Shoulders, Back, and Abs by Training to Do 50 Consecutive Pull-Ups [Paperback]

Brett Stewart (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 20, 2011

ARE YOU READY FOR THE ULTIMATE STRENGTH CHALLENGE?

Follow the 7-week program in this book and you’ll massively increase your strength, muscle tone and overall fitness to such an extreme that you’ll be able to do 10, 20 or even an amazing 50 consecutive pull-ups!
Offering several field-tested, day-by-day plans, this book has something for everyone: from beginners embarking on a new workout regimen to athletes looking to expand their strength-training options.
Packed with clear charts and helpful photos, 7 Weeks to 50 Pull-Ups tells you everything you need to know about the ultimate strength-building exercise and includes:

• Instructions on how to do a perfect pull-up
• Easy-to-follow progressive training programs
• Challenging pull-up variations

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Brett Stewart is a personal trainer and writer. He lives in Phoenix, AZ.

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Ulysses Press; 1 edition (May 20, 2011)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1569759219
• ISBN-13: 978-1569759219
• Product Dimensions: 7.5 x 0.4 x 9.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (48 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #38,809 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #13 in Books > Health, Fitness & Dieting > Exercise & Fitness > Ab Workouts

More About the Author

I'm that fat kid in gym class who can't do a single pull-up.
I'm the 30 year old overweight smoker who gets winded walking up a flight of stairs.
I'm an Ironman finisher, ultramathoner, fitness model & author.

I know what it feels like to be picked last in sports, get laughed at by classmates (and my p.e. teacher) during the Presidential Fitness Test and be content with being overweight and unhappy with my appearance.

My goal is to show others how energizing and exciting getting fit can be with easy-to-use and fun programs.

Brett Stewart is a NCCPT Certified Personal Trainer, fitness coach, triathlete and marathoner living (and training) in Phoenix, Arizona

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

98 of 101 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars misleading title July 1, 2011

By Steve4404

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I was eagerly looking forward to the program because I wanted to get my pullup strength back. I completed P90X a couple of years ago and my biggest strength loss since then was in pullups. I took the test at the beginning of the book and did 7 pullups which put me in Phase 1. However I was unable to complete the week 1 day 1 workout. I came close but no cigar. I did exactly as the book specified (do nothing on the off days, only do the pullup program 3 days a week, wait at least 60 seconds between sets). Finally after 2 solid weeks I was able to get through the Week one day 1 program. It has taken me another 2 weeks and I still can't get all the way through week 1 day 2 , even when waiting 90 seconds between sets. So I am 4 weeks into the program and still trying to get through week 1. I am wondering if because I am older (I am 53) that I need more recovery days. I am going to stick with the program, I just think the title is very misleading.

UPDATE July 29, 2011-- After 7 weeks of the Phase 1 7 week program, I never made it past week 1 , day 2. After 7 weeks of this, I can now do 9 pullups. I am happy with the improvement and feel stronger but my improvement is miniscule compared to what others (especially the author!)have achieved. It is going to take a lot more than 7 more weeks (if ever) to get me to 15. This is an example of not everyone responding identically to the same program. It is not a bad program (hence my 3 star review) but be aware that your results my vary.

91 of 100 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Great book - definitely not for beginners July 4, 2011

By Azazello

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This is a great book but it is definitely not for beginners. I am in the USMC and we need 20 pull ups for a perfect score. I have routinely scored in the 16-20 range but I have never been able to consistently nail 20.

I started with Phase I, week 4 and today I just started Phase II Week 2. I have kept up with every workout but I barely completed todays workout and looking ahead, I might need a few extra rest days in order to get through some of the sets.

This is a great book but I think that the "50 pull ups in 7 weeks" is extremely misleading. I have been doing pull ups for over 3 years and haven't broken 22. There is no magical book that is going to double my pull ups in 7 weeks but I feel like I am well on my way! I am going to write another review in a month to further document my progress.

59 of 68 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Good program, but not for beginners... June 6, 2011

By TNTBabyZ

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Let me start by saying this might have been my misunderstanding of the title, but...

I bought this book with the idea it would help beginners (those who can't even do pull-ups) learn how to get there by "streghthening and sculpting your arms, shoulders, back, and abs". I didn't realize the book is pretty much dedicated to those who can already do pull-ups.

There is an appendix in the back with a program on how to help, but its a very short section. I was expecting to see a program dedicated to actually working up strength within the muscles required to do pull-ups and working from there to the 50 consecutive pull-ups.

Overall I think the book is great for those who know how to do the exercise, but it doesn't help me much since I can't do pull-ups yet.