Introduction to Calisthenics – Lying Leg Raises
In the incline push-ups and inverted rows tutorials of this series, I listed the rectus abdominis as a stablising muscle. This is because your abdominal muscles are made for stabilising the spine and as a result, almost every calisthenics exercise will work your core muscles. However, to get a truly strong core then you need to add some […]
Introduction to Calisthenics – Bodyweight Squats
[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X1NI4VFCuDI&width=450&height=253&rel=0[/embedyt] The bodyweight squat is probably one of the most forgotten natural exercises; watch a young child play and you will see that they perform perfect squatting technique without trying and will sit in the bottom position of a squat for a considerable time without discomfort. Fast forward to adulthood and modern man has […]
Introduction to Calisthenics – Inverted Rows
The Inverted Row is a great exercise for strengthening your upper back muscles. Furthermore, it can be used as a precursor to working on full pull-ups. To progress to this you may need to start off with some upright rows first. [embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NXHOZPkn6R0&width=450&height=253&rel=0[/embedyt] Alternative Names Australian pull-upHorizontal pull-up Form Here are a few pointers to […]
Introduction to Calisthenics – Incline Push-ups
The push-up is probably one of the most recognised bodyweight exercises. However, many people focus on quantity rather than quality with their push-ups. This is a mistake, to get true strength, we should concentrate on getting perfect form from the push-up. This guide will detail push-up progressions for beginners. Remember, focus on your form to […]
How To Get a Six Pack – Exercises
In part one, I wrote diet is the most important factor in getting a six-pack and gave a handful of my tips on how to get your diet right. In this post, to coin a phrase from Paul Wade, I shall be delving into what exercises I recommend to give you a six-pack from hell! […]
One Arm Handstand Tutorial
