How many pull ups is good for a man? 15 or more chin ups/pull ups is good and 20 or more chin ups/pull ups is excellent for men. For men, 20-25 pull ups or chin ups is an excellent standard. This will likely take a focus of 4-6 weight training sessions per week, for 3-6 years or longer. Working on the pull up, chin up, or related exercises at least 2-3 times per week is necessary. To reach this level of excellence, men will need to have strong sleep and recovery, stress management under control, and a stellar diet. 15-20 pull ups or chin ups in a single set is…