Best Pull Day Workouts To Get Lean And Burn Fat For Women
About
This workout incorporates principles designed to promote getting lean and burning fat by combining resistance training with sustained elevated heart rate activities.
Pull exercises, focusing on the back and biceps, include both horizontal movements like rows and vertical movements like pull-ups, utilizing compound and isolation approaches.
The routines are tailored with modified repetitions and weights based on average characteristics for women of 5’5”, 140lbs, and 34 years old, promoting effective progress while considering individual capabilities.
Achieve fitness goals using the PPL methodology, personalized for effective fat loss and muscle conditioning.
Workout 1
Back, Biceps

Dumbbell Row
18reps15lbs28reps15lbs38reps15lbs48reps15lbs
Dumbbell Bicep Curl
112reps12.5lbs212reps12.5lbs
Barbell Curl
110reps15lbs210reps15lbs310reps15lbs
Cable Row
112reps40lbs212reps40lbs
Kettlebell Alternating Row
112reps15lbs212reps15lbs312reps15lbs
Concentration Curl
112reps10lbs212reps10lbs312reps10lbs
Hammer Curls
112reps10lbs212reps10lbs312reps10lbs
Workout 2
Back, Biceps

Pull Up
18reps28reps38reps
Seated Dumbbell Curl
112reps10lbs212reps10lbs
Dumbbell Wide Curls
110reps12.5lbs210reps12.5lbs310reps12.5lbs
Cross Body Hammer Curls
112reps5lbs212reps5lbs
Dumbbell Bent Over Row
112reps10lbs212reps10lbs312reps10lbs
Landmine Row
112reps30lbs212reps30lbs312reps30lbs
Single Arm Landmine Row
112reps15lbs212reps15lbs312reps15lbs
Workout 3
Back, Biceps

Chin Up
18reps28reps38reps
Biceps Curl To Shoulder Press
112reps12.5lbs212reps12.5lbs
EZ-Bar Curl
110reps17.5lbs210reps17.5lbs310reps17.5lbs
Australian Chin Up
112reps212reps312reps
Mini Loop Band Kneeling Row
14reps24reps34reps
Mini Loop Band Single Leg Romanian Deadlift with Row
14reps24reps34reps
Incline Dumbbell Curl
112reps10lbs212reps10lbs312reps10lbs
The 15 Best Pull Day Exercises to Get Lean and Burn Fat for Women
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1. Dumbbell Row
Dumbbell Row demonstration video — proper form for this exercise. SETS LOGGED8,648,581Back Strength99 mScoreBack
Dumbbells
Flat BenchThe Dumbbell Row is a great exercise that strengthens your back, shoulders, and biceps while also engaging your core for stability. You can do this exercise using a flat bench and dumbbells, making it accessible even with limited equipment.
How to do it
- Place a dumbbell on each side of a flat bench.
- Kneel on the bench with your right knee and place your right hand on the bench's edge.
- Keep your torso parallel to the ground and grab the dumbbell with your left hand, palm facing your torso.
- Pull the dumbbell up to your side, engaging your back; exhale as you lift.
- Pause briefly at the top, then lower the dumbbell back to the starting position.
Sets, Reps, Weight18reps20lbs28reps20lbs38reps20lbs2. Pull Up
Pull Up demonstration video — proper form for this exercise. SETS LOGGED3,756,760Back Strength89 mScoreBack
Pull Up BarPull Ups are a challenging exercise that strengthens your back, shoulders, and biceps using just your body weight. Beginners can modify this exercise with assistance or weights for a more manageable workout.
How to do it
- Grip the pull-up bar with your palms facing away from you.
- Engage your core by taking a deep breath and tightening your stomach muscles.
- Pull your chest up towards the bar by bending your elbows and keeping them close to your body.
- Lower yourself back down to the starting position.
Sets, Reps, Weight15reps25reps35reps45reps3. Dumbbell Bicep Curl
Dumbbell Bicep Curl demonstration video — proper form for this exercise. SETS LOGGED10,161,709Biceps Strength99 mScoreBiceps
DumbbellsThe Dumbbell Bicep Curl is a popular exercise that targets the biceps, helping to build strength and muscle. Using dumbbells allows for better control and range of motion, making it an effective choice for workouts.
How to do it
- Stand upright and hold a dumbbell in each hand at your sides, palms facing you.
- Engage your core by breathing deeply and tightening your abdominal muscles.
- Flex your elbows to lift one dumbbell up towards your shoulder while keeping your elbow close to your side.
- As you lift, rotate your wrist so your palm faces your shoulder at the top of the curl.
- Lower the dumbbell back to the starting position by rotating your wrist back to palms-facing position.
- Once the first dumbbell is down, repeat the process with the other arm.
Sets, Reps, Weight18reps15lbs28reps15lbs38reps15lbs4. Cable Row
Cable Row demonstration video — proper form for this exercise. SETS LOGGED6,108,322Back Strength98 mScoreBack
Row CableThe Cable Row is an exercise that strengthens your back, shoulders, and biceps. It uses a cable machine for proper positioning and resistance control, helping you build muscle and strength in your upper body.
How to do it
- Sit on the bench and place your feet on the foot plates.
- Hold the handle with both hands, keeping your back straight.
- Pull the handle towards your torso while leaning back slightly.
- Squeeze your shoulder blades together at the end of the movement.
- Slowly return to the starting position while maintaining tension in your back.
Sets, Reps, Weight18reps45lbs28reps45lbs38reps45lbs5. Chin Up
Chin Up demonstration video — proper form for this exercise. SETS LOGGED1,940,326Back Strength54 mScoreBack
Pull Up BarChin Ups are a bodyweight exercise that mainly works your back and biceps. They are performed on a pull-up bar with an underhand grip, helping you build strength and muscle mass.
How to do it
- Grab the pull-up bar with your palms facing you.
- Engage your core by taking a deep breath and tightening your stomach.
- Pull your chest up towards the bar by bending your elbows.
- Lower yourself back down to the starting position.
Sets, Reps, Weight15reps25reps35reps45reps6. Lat Pulldown
Lat Pulldown demonstration video — proper form for this exercise. SETS LOGGED8,113,246Back Strength100 mScoreBack
Lat Pulldown CableThe Lat Pulldown is a great exercise for strengthening your back, shoulders, and biceps. It's similar to a Pull Up but is more stable, making it easier for beginners to control the movement and adjust the resistance.
How to do it
- Attach a bar to the pull-down pulley and grip it with your hands shoulder-width apart, palms facing forward.
- Sit upright on the seat, placing your knees under the adjustable pad.
- Engage your core and keep your spine straight.
- Pull the bar down towards your chest by bending your elbows, leaning back slightly.
- Slowly return the bar to the starting position.
Sets, Reps, Weight18reps50lbs28reps50lbs38reps50lbs7. Kettlebell Alternating Row
Kettlebell Alternating Row demonstration video — proper form for this exercise. SETS LOGGED573,967Back Strength91 mScoreBack
KettlebellsThe Kettlebell Alternating Row is a back-strengthening exercise that also works your shoulders and biceps. By alternating lifts, you give each side time to rest and focus, making it effective for building strength and muscle.
How to do it
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and knees slightly bent.
- Hold a kettlebell in each hand at your sides, palms facing you.
- Bend at your hips to lean your torso forward, keeping kettlebells under your shoulders.
- Lift one kettlebell towards your body by pulling your elbow back.
- Pause briefly at the top, then lower the kettlebell back down.
- Switch to the other side and repeat.
- Keep your core tight and back straight throughout.
Sets, Reps, Weight18reps15lbs28reps15lbs38reps15lbs8. Barbell Curl
Barbell Curl demonstration video — proper form for this exercise. SETS LOGGED5,529,638Biceps Strength96 mScoreBiceps
BarbellsThe Barbell Curl is a great exercise that targets your biceps by isolating the muscle. Using a barbell helps keep your movements stable so you can focus on building strength without losing balance.
How to do it
- Stand up straight and grasp a barbell with both hands, shoulder-width apart, palms facing away.
- Tighten your core by taking a deep breath and flexing your stomach muscles.
- Bend your elbows to lift the barbell to shoulder height, keeping your elbows close to your sides.
- Exhale and slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position.
Sets, Reps, Weight18reps25lbs28reps25lbs38reps25lbs9. Concentration Curl
Concentration Curl demonstration video — proper form for this exercise. SETS LOGGED2,854,084Biceps Strength72 mScoreBiceps
DumbbellsThe Concentration Curl is a simple exercise that strengthens the biceps by focusing solely on them. You sit down, brace your arm against your thigh, and lift a dumbbell to really engage the bicep without using other muscles.
How to do it
- Sit at the edge of a bench with your knees bent and feet on the floor, shoulder-width apart.
- Extend your right arm between your legs and rest your elbow against your right thigh, holding a dumbbell with an outward-facing palm.
- Keep your elbow against your thigh as you lift the dumbbell to shoulder height, then lower it back to the starting position.
Sets, Reps, Weight18reps15lbs28reps15lbs38reps15lbs10. Hammer Curls
Hammer Curls demonstration video — proper form for this exercise. SETS LOGGED8,921,793Biceps Strength98 mScoreBiceps
DumbbellsHammer Curls are a bicep exercise that involve turning your wrists for a more natural grip. This helps target the long head of the bicep while building muscle and strength.
How to do it
- Stand tall with your feet shoulder-width apart.
- Hold a dumbbell in each hand with your palms facing inward and arms at your sides.
- Engage your core by tightening your stomach muscles.
- Curl one dumbbell up to shoulder height while keeping your elbow close to your side.
- Lower the dumbbell back down to the starting position.
- Switch arms and repeat the movement.
Sets, Reps, Weight18reps15lbs28reps15lbs38reps15lbs11. Seated Dumbbell Curl
Seated Dumbbell Curl demonstration video — proper form for this exercise. SETS LOGGED3,675,670Biceps Strength95 mScoreBiceps
DumbbellsThe Seated Dumbbell Curl is an exercise that focuses on building your biceps. By using dumbbells while sitting, you can maintain good form and prevent using your body to lift the weights.
How to do it
- Sit upright on a bench with a dumbbell in each hand, arms at your sides and palms facing in.
- Tighten your core and bend one elbow to lift the dumbbell towards your shoulder, keeping your upper arm still.
- Lower the dumbbell back down and repeat with the other arm.
- Alternate lifting each arm.
Sets, Reps, Weight18reps12.5lbs28reps12.5lbs38reps12.5lbs12. Dumbbell Wide Curls
Dumbbell Wide Curls demonstration video — proper form for this exercise. SETS LOGGED799,835Biceps Strength70 mScoreBiceps
DumbbellsDumbbell Wide Curls are a simple exercise that focuses on building your biceps. By keeping your arms flared out, this exercise helps develop the outer part of your biceps for a fuller appearance.
How to do it
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart and knees slightly bent.
- Hold a dumbbell in each hand with your arms flared out to the sides.
- Curl the dumbbells up while keeping them wider than shoulder-width at the top.
- Pause briefly at the top, feeling the contraction in your biceps.
- Lower the dumbbells back down slowly, keeping tension on your biceps.
- Keep your elbows close to your sides and maintain good posture throughout.
Sets, Reps, Weight18reps12.5lbs28reps12.5lbs38reps12.5lbs13. Cross Body Hammer Curls
Cross Body Hammer Curls demonstration video — proper form for this exercise. SETS LOGGED1,172,804Biceps Strength91 mScoreBiceps
DumbbellsCross Body Hammer Curls are a bicep exercise that involves lifting weights across your body. This movement targets the biceps effectively by moving the dumbbell in a diagonal path rather than straight up and down.
How to do it
- Stand with feet shoulder-width apart holding a dumbbell in each hand.
- Position the dumbbells in front of you with palms facing your body and elbows slightly bent.
- Raise one dumbbell in an arc to the opposite shoulder, keeping your elbow locked.
- Hold for a moment at the top, then lower the dumbbell back to the starting position.
- Switch arms and repeat the movement.
Sets, Reps, Weight18reps12.5lbs28reps12.5lbs38reps12.5lbs14. Australian Chin Up
Australian Chin Up demonstration video — proper form for this exercise. SETS LOGGED517,270Back Strength55 mScoreBack
Barbells
Squat RackThe Australian Chin Up is a bodyweight exercise that strengthens your back, biceps, and shoulders. You perform it from a low, inclined position using a bar, making it easier than regular Chin Ups. It's a great way for beginners to build strength towards full Chin Ups.
How to do it
- Lie underneath a low bar and grab it with an underhand grip, hands shoulder-width apart.
- Keep your legs and body straight, starting with your arms fully extended.
- Pull your chest towards the bar while keeping your elbows close, engaging your core to maintain a straight line.
- Lower yourself back to the starting position and repeat.
Sets, Reps, Weight17reps27reps37reps47reps15. Dumbbell Bent Over Row
Dumbbell Bent Over Row demonstration video — proper form for this exercise. SETS LOGGED4,165,923Back Strength97 mScoreBack
DumbbellsThe Dumbbell Bent Over Row targets your back and biceps. Using dumbbells helps ensure both sides of your body are trained equally and adds difficulty, making it great for building strength and muscle in your back workouts.
How to do it
- Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding dumbbells beside your hips.
- Bend your knees slightly and push your hips back, leaning your torso forward at a 45-degree angle.
- Keep your arms extended with dumbbells under your shoulders.
- Pull the dumbbells toward your sides, squeezing your shoulder blades together at the top.
- Lower the dumbbells back to the starting position and repeat.
Sets, Reps, Weight18reps17.5lbs28reps17.5lbs38reps17.5lbs
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