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How Calisthenics Changed My Life!

As a teenager, my relationship with my body was fraught with insecurities. Being underweight and feeling physically weak not only affected my self-esteem but also how I interacted with the world. It was a battle that seemed endless, until one day, at the age of 18, I decided to take control of my life.Discovering Calisthenics: A New HorizonMy initial workouts were a mix of curiosity and determination. I explored various fitness routines, but it was the discovery of calisthenics that marked a turning point:Skill and Strength: Unlike traditional gym workouts, calisthenics combined strength with...

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Beginner’s Path in Calisthenics: Common Mistakes to Avoid

Embarking on your calisthenics journey is an exciting step towards better health and fitness. However, like any new endeavor, it comes with its set of challenges. Beginners often encounter common pitfalls that can hinder progress or lead to injury. In this post, we’ll explore these typical mistakes and provide guidance on how to avoid them, setting you on the path to success in your calisthenics journey.Mistake #1: Ignoring Proper Form One of the most critical aspects of calisthenics is maintaining proper form.Why It Matters: Incorrect form not only reduces the effectiveness of exercises but...

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The Value of Expert-Designed Calisthenics Training Programs

When diving into the world of calisthenics, the right guidance can make all the difference. Expert-designed training programs, crafted by seasoned calisthenics athletes like myself, offer a structured and effective approach to this dynamic form of exercise. Here, we’ll explore the multifaceted benefits of choosing a professionally created program to elevate your calisthenics journey.Expertise and Experience: An expert-designed program is a treasure trove of professional insights. Such programs come from a deep understanding of calisthenics, honed over years of practice and teaching. They...

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Calisthenics and Mental Health: More Than Just Physical Fitness

In our ongoing exploration of Calisthenics, we’re shining a light on its often-overlooked aspect: its profound impact on mental health and well-being. While the physical benefits are widely recognized, calisthenics’ influence on our mental and emotional states is equally profound and deserves attention.The Calisthenics-Mind Connection: The link between physical exercise and mental health is well-established. Calisthenics, with its unique blend of discipline, strength, and grace, offers more than just physical gains.Building Confidence and Self-Efficacy:Milestone Achievements: Mastering...

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Evolution and Benefits of Calisthenics

Welcome to the fascinating world of Calisthenics! Today, we’re embarking on a historical journey, tracing the roots of this timeless fitness discipline and uncovering the myriad benefits it offers. Whether you’re a fitness enthusiast or a curious beginner, understanding the essence of calisthenics will deepen your appreciation for this unique form of exercise.Calisthenics is a form of physical training focused on mastering body movements using minimal equipment. It emphasizes the use of one’s body weight for resistance, allowing for a natural and functional approach to strength...

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How to structure a Calisthenics Routine

What’s up guys! Welcome to another article of ours!Today we are going to talk about how to structure a Calisthenics routine according to which is the most common way of doing that; this means define which is the common hierarchy of a routine.As we anticipated in some of our previous articles, it is very important to define the way we will train in order to adopt an effective scheme for our workouts so that we can save up time (very important variable) and make of a high quality in the longer period.It can often happen indeed, that when you schedule a routine you feel like including...

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Calithenics Beginner Guide

We wanna make sure that you start to work on the basics first things first in correct way, so that you’ll focus more on conditioning rather than going straight to strength and resistance. This concept is fundamental in order to let your tendons adapt to the conditions of stress that they are going to face whenever you will start to work on the progressions of the different Calisthenics main skills.By doing so you will notice how, after working for few months on the basic positions in order to build up the core and adapt to different kind of exercises, you won’t...

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The importance of a strong Core in Calisthenics

🌟 Unlocking the Power of Core Training in Calisthenics and Street Workout 🌟Hello, Calisthenics enthusiasts and Street Workout warriors! Today, we’re diving into an essential yet often overlooked aspect of our training journey: The Core. 💪Understanding the Core’s Role in Calisthenics 🤸‍♂️When we talk about the core, it’s not just about sculpting those lean abs. It’s about building a powerhouse that supports complex movements like the Front Lever, Back Lever, Planche, and Handstand. Your core is the central link in every exercise, providing stability and strength.Integrating...

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Why starting to add weights to your calisthenics routines?!

Hey there, fitness enthusiasts! 🏋️‍♂️🤸‍♀️ Welcome back to my community! 👋Today, we’re diving deep into a super exciting aspect of Calisthenics that’s captivating athletes all over the globe: weighted Calisthenics! 🏋️‍♂️🌍 This trend isn’t just a buzz; it’s a game-changer in our training routines.Are your workouts feeling a bit monotonous? Or perhaps you’ve hit that frustrating plateau? It’s time to shake things up by introducing some weight into your Calisthenics exercises. This isn’t just about bulking up (though that’s definitely a bonus 💪). It’s...

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Full Body vs. Split Routine

Hey guys!! Welcome to my first Calisthenics article!Today we’re diving into a frequently debated topic with varied opinions and feelings: FULL BODY ROUTINE vs. SPLIT ROUTINE.Typically, bodybuilders lean towards split routines, contrasting with Calisthenics which favors full body training. In the Street Workout world, much like bodybuilding, the Split Routine system is prevalent over Calisthenics. Often, online searches for new Street Workout routines lead to programs divided across several days, focusing on individual muscle groups rather than a full-body approach.Personally, I prefer...

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