Calisthenics is a sport that is absolutely jaw-dropping to watch in person. Not only is it almost impossible to believe these feats of strength, but it is also next-to-impossible to train for since it is fairly new and niche.
That said, its popularity has risen over the past few years, thanks to fitness companies like Cali Move. Today, we’re reviewing their at-home workout program.
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I love watching fitness dudes on Youtube as much as the next person, but nothing is crazier than the jacked gymnasts that compete in the Olympics.
There’s also a bunch of jacked calisthenics-only athletes on Youtube with all their “how-to” workout videos and progressions, but none of them say how long it takes to get that way.
There’s no straight answer on how long it takes to get ripped with calisthenics. It really depends on the person’s current body fat percentage, fitness level, and nutrition (possibly the biggest factor in being “ripped”).
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Ever wondered why calisthenics athletes are all so ripped?
Then again, professional bodybuilders are just as ripped and twice, maybe three times as big! Which training style is going to be best for you, and can you really get ripped with only bodyweight exercises?
Keep reading to find out!
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As they say, “What’s old is new again.” Except, this time around, the born-again trend hails from 480 BC Greece: calisthenics. We’re revealing the “secrets” to getting ripped with this old-school method through progressive bodyweight exercises like push-ups, crunches, and squats.
Here’s our complete guide to getting ripped with calisthenics.
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The classic “gym bro” lifestyle just isn’t for everyone. Between the slamming weights, long wait times, equipment hogs, and achy recoveries, you wind up face-to-face with one brutal choice:
Bite the bullet in the name of gains?
Or sacrifice an aesthetic physique entirely?
The long-forgotten third option — calisthenics — is the middle ground we shun as “not good enough.” Push-ups and lunges could never compare to the real bench and squat … right?
Brad Borland’s Body Like a God workout puts this logic and more to the test.
Check out his aesthetic calisthenics workout to build dense God-like muscles.
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Many people use the words “pull-up” and “chin-up” interchangeably, but they’re actually two different exercises. There’s only one similarity between them: Raising your chin above the bar.
Knowing the difference between these two exercises can help you choose the right one when designing your next mass-building routine.
So which exercise is better? What are the major differences?
Let’s go over exactly what pull-ups and chin-ups are to find out.
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Calisthenics expert Paul Wade is an elusive character because he doesn’t give in-person interviews and pics are impossible to find. Some people don’t even believe he is a real person, and honestly, I have doubts myself. I could only find two interviews with the guy from the last ten years, and they were both via email.
Is Paul Wade a real person? We might never know the real truth. But, one thing is for sure – Convict Conditioning is an awesome calisthenics program that has some real benefits. And, the person in these interviews had some interesting things to say. Here are seven surprising facts about the creator of Convict Conditioning, Paul “Coach” Wade.
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Convict Conditioning is one of the “OG” programs on building muscle using just your bodyweight.
It’s been used and written about by thousands of calisthenics experts and average joes for one simple reason.
It works.
Think about it. This bodyweight training program has been able to withstand the test of time because strength coach Paul Wade, created a training system that actually delivers results.
(Check out Convict Conditioning for yourself)
But how good are the results really?
Well, if you keep reading, you’re about to discover some real Convict Conditioning results from 5 normal guys that wanted to change their bodies.
Let’s go!
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Are you trying to build a bigger upper body using only your bodyweight?
Well, you’re in luck because you’re about to discover one of the best exercises for building a bigger upper body without having to step inside a gym.
We get it. It’s tough to make time to workout, but with the diamond push-up, you can create a firmer, more defined physique from almost anywhere.
Make sure you read this article all the way to end because not only will you learn everything about this incredible exercise including the which muscles it works and how to do it… but you’ll also learn about some of the coolest push-up variations complete with a sample workout.
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Who doesn’t dream of having rock hard abs? A sweet six-pack doesn’t just look good. Defined ab muscles have numerous benefits like better posture, less back pain, and better sports performance. And, the awesome thing is, to get this shredded physique you don’t need a bunch of equipment.
A simple pull-up bar will work every part of your abdominal muscles to help you get the look you want. But, before I go any further with my exercise recommendations, I have to make it clear that getting rock hard abs isn’t just about exercise – your diet plays a very important role.
There are certain foods you need to include in your diet to boost your metabolism and enhance fat burning. So, you have to clean up your diet and target your abdominal muscles during your workout if you want that six-pack.
So, say goodbye to the drive-thru and packaged processed foods, and invest in a pull-up bar. You absolutely can get rock hard abs, and here are the nine best pull-up bar exercises for abs to help you achieve that goal.
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