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The squat is one of the foundational lower body exercises in calisthenics. It's a compound movement that works the entire body including the quads, glutes, and hamstrings as well as the lower back and core muscles. Squat mobility is necessary for proper squat form To perform the squat in the best possible form you need…
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This calisthenics workout plan for beginners is a perfect way to start bodyweight training at home. The main focus of the program is to strengthen both the upper body and lower body with a special focus on the core (abs and lower back). The best part is that you can train your entire body without…
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Use push up progression exercises to build strength In our previous article we covered the pull up progressions to master the strict pull up. In this article we will focus on the push up as it is also a foundational exercise in calisthenics that everyone should master. By doing a push up you lift about…
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Pull-up progression basics: The road to your first pull-up Pull-ups are one of the most essential calisthenics exercises. In terms of equipment, all you need is a pull-up bar or a pair of gymnastics rings. In terms of strength, the biggest limiting factor for most people is their grip, mainly the weak forearm muscles -…
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Finding the motivation to train is difficult enough but in winter when it’s cold and the days are shorter we need an extra dose of willpower. The easier solution is to go to the gym, and I do just that a couple of times per year. Nine out of ten times though, I choose to…
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Handstands are one of the foundational exercises in calisthenics. It's an isometric movement that you can perform next to a wall or freestanding. Practicing handstands has numerous benefits but since it puts your body in an inverted position, it is important that you proceed with caution. If you have an existing condition like glaucoma, high…
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In this article, we will briefly explore the meaning of calisthenics and the history and development of bodyweight strength training. We will introduce the development stages and some of the pioneers of modern gymnastics. The definition of calisthenics depends on who you ask. In our view, calisthenics is a training method focused on building strength…
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Are you thinking about starting a calisthenics workout plan but unsure where to begin? I’ve been there! When I first started with calisthenics, I had lots of questions—and that’s completely normal. In this guide, I’ll help you figure out how to create your own calisthenics workout plan, answer some common questions you should be asking…
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A complete guide on how to choose the best pull-up bars for a home gym Pull up bars are probably the second most important piece of calisthenics equipment, right after the gymnastics rings. Despite the super simple construction, they come in different shapes and sizes. The good thing about this is the fact that everyone…
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A former Soviet special forces instructor and strength coach called Pavel Tsatsouline introduced the concept of "Grease the Groove" or GtG in his 1999 book "Power to the People!: Russian Strength Training Secrets for Every American". Grease the groove is a workout technique that optimizes the neurological "groove" of an exercise by producing maximal neurological…
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