BODYWEIGHT EXERCISES

Explore a wide range of bodyweight exercises tailored for all fitness levels. Find beginner-friendly routines, advanced calisthenics tips, and targeted muscle workouts to help you achieve your goals.

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Is It Possible to Combine Calisthenics and Weight Lifting in a Single Workout?

There’s something magical about alternating a powerful movement like a heavy squat with the lightness and control of a pistol squat. It’s like giving your body two different languages to express strength and precision. In this article, I’ll guide you through the secrets of a workout that combines the best of calisthenics and weight lifting. […]

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Starting Calisthenics at 30: Too Late or Just the Right Time?

Turning 30 wasn’t a major turning point for me—I’d been training for years by then. Push-Ups?  Those were my bread and butter long before I ever touched a weight.  Pull-ups followed soon after, and I eventually mastered weighted pull-ups.  There’s something incredibly satisfying about strapping on extra weight and defying gravity—it’s a true test of

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Step-by-Step Push-Up Progression for Calisthenics

As a kid, I could easily crank out ten push-ups without breaking a sweat. At least, that’s what I thought. Looking back, my form was all over the place—arched back, elbows flaring out, and a complete lack of control. I wasn’t doing push-ups; I was doing something that vaguely resembled them. It wasn’t until years

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Level 2 Gymnastics Skills: Advance Your Home Routine

I’ve been practicing calisthenics for years, but around 12 months ago, I developed an interest in gymnastics. I started with the basics and gradually incorporated more advanced techniques, like training with rings. This article is for anyone who is just starting out and wants to build a strong foundation in gymnastics. We’ll explore basic floor

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Should You Embrace or Limit Carbohydrates in Gymnastics? Choose Wisely for Peak Performance!

Gymnastics is a sport that tests your strength, flexibility, and energy levels. Your diet plays a critical role in how well you perform. What you eat fuels every flip and tumble. A well-planned diet is crucial for any athlete, and at the center of this is an essential macronutrient: carbohydrates. Carbs are the main fuel

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The Overthinking Gymnast: How to Tackle Mental Barriers

Invisible adversaries, ranging from fleeting doubts to deep-seated fears, can make or break a gymnast’s performance at critical moments. As a passionate observer of gymnastics, I’ve seen how these mental challenges can impact even the most skilled athletes. It’s fascinating to watch how they navigate these hurdles and come out stronger. This article delves into

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Mind Training for Gymnasts: Enhancing Focus and Building Resilience

Today, let’s chat about something super important in gymnastics – the mental game. Personally, I think challenges are a big part of gymnastics. Instead of dreading them, we should flip our perspective. Imagine seeing each challenge as a chance to grow. Every tough routine or tricky move is an opportunity to become better. After all,

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22 Gymnastics Exercises for Beginners That You Can Try at Home

I recently began my gymnastics journey and, for now, I’m focusing on basic exercises to stretch my muscles. Honestly, I’m not sure if I’ll go beyond these basics since I already practice two other types of workouts. However, the beauty of this discipline is that many foundational exercises can be practiced at home, which is

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