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Compound vs Isolation Exercises: Benefits, Types & Exercises
With the rise in popularity of fitness types like calisthenics and High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT), compound movements have come under the spotlight. The debate of compound vs isolation exercises has new life, and with it comes many questions. If you’re here because you’re not sure which type of exercise would better benefit you, you’re in…
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Weighted Calisthenics: Simple Program, Epic Results
You may have read about the benefits of basic calisthenics. Bodyweight training is an effective way of building overall strength. But, it doesn’t have to stop here. Calisthenics isn’t just limited to body weight. For weight lifters and those looking to progress, weighted calisthenics could be the next step. Think along the lines of weighted…
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Calisthenics Leg Workout: A Leg Day You Won’t Forget
A calisthenics leg workout can activate several lower body muscle groups. Depending on the types of legs exercises you perform, you may also work your core and upper body as an unexpected side effect. Your lower body is responsible for carrying your bodyweight. It’s the major driver of movements like walking, running, and jumping. This…
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6 Best Free Weight Exercises for Women & Men
Free weight exercises are resistance exercises where you can pick up and move “free” objects and items. These are machineless workouts that use dumbbells, adjustable dumbbells, kettlebells, barbells, and/or medicine balls. Dumbbells are recognized as the most versatile type of free weight. Free weight workouts help you to target specific areas across the upper and…
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How To Start Calisthenics: Quick Beginner’s Guide
Before you start calisthenics training, you may want to get a grasp of the discipline’s basics. Read our previous post on the basics of calisthenics – it will help you to lay the groundwork before you begin. You’ve probably seen a ton of posts about calisthenics and bodyweight training. With so much out there, you…
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Types of Calisthenics: Styles & Exercises
Calisthenics is bodyweight training, with a focus on strength. This might sound boring to you, but trust us, it isn’t. There’s a huge variety of exercises and types of calisthenics for you to explore. From flashy and street calisthenics to one-handed pushups and muscle-ups, you’ll have a blast trying out new exercises and types as…
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Close Grip Bench Press: Benefits, Guide & Mistakes to Avoid
Whether you are a newcomer to working out or an old-timer, there are so many things you can still learn to update your exercise routine. The good news is you can experiment with different exercises and find what works for you. For those looking for an effective upper-body exercise, try the close grip bench press.…
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Basic Calisthenics For Beginners
Basic calisthenics uses a person’s whole bodyweight with minimal or no equipment at all. This form of exercise focuses more on strength training. Luckily, the exercises are not as challenging to perform as the word “calisthenics” is to say. Chances are that you already include some calisthenics exercises in your workout routine. Think along the…
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9 Best Dip Bars for 2023: Dipping Stations Reviewed
Home gyms are quickly becoming more popular as it is more convenient and often cheaper than visiting a commercial gym. The catch is that you will need high-quality fitness equipment to build a home gym. Dip bars are a great option as they are usually portable and compact. So even if you don’t have a…
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5 Best Power Towers For Compound Exercises
Power towers have been soaring in popularity, and for good reason. The versatile piece of exercise equipment helps you build your upper body, abdominal muscles, and more. It’s the perfect home gym partner, as it allows you to do many exercises without taking up too much space. Hear that? That’s the sound of millions of…
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6 Best Parallettes For 2024: Calisthenics Bars For Beginners
Parallettes have their roots in gymnastics as they were initially designed to recreate the feel of the parallel bars. Today, parallettes are commonly used by strength and advanced calisthenics athletes as it supports an array of dynamic bodyweight exercises. Exercises range from basic pushups and dips to more advanced movements like planches, swing-throughs, and handstands.…
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French Fitness X2 Corner Home Gym System Review
The main goal for any home gym is to make the best use of your space. You want fitness equipment that packs away easily and has additional storage. And, equipment that bolts onto walls and lines up with corners. The French Fitness X2 Corner Home Gym System offers a space-saving solution with a whole ton…
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411 On Calisthenics Ab Workouts
One of the main results of calisthenic ab workouts is their ability to increase your core and overall body strength. Improving your strength has many benefits, like decreasing your abdominal fat, creating a lean look, and enhancing your heart health and blood sugar level management. Let’s dig deeper into the world of calisthenics ab workouts.…
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French Fitness FT500 Folding Treadmill Review
Space is premium in any home gym. It’s why you have to be sure about the type, make, and size of any gym equipment before you buy. On paper, the French Fitness FT500 Folding Treadmill meets these criteria. We take a deeper look at how the treadmill weighs up in terms of type, size, running…
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French Fitness Review: SRFT8 Squat Rack Functional Trainer
French Fitness’s SRFT8 Squat Rack Functional Trainer combines the best of a squat rack and functional trainer. A sure-fire way to get in a variety of lower body and upper body exercises with one piece of gym equipment. You can pretty much perform your entire strength training workout on this one machine. But, the same…
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Compound vs Isolation Exercises: Benefits, Types & Exercises
With the rise in popularity of fitness types like calisthenics and High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT), compound movements have come under the spotlight. The debate of ...
-
Weighted Calisthenics: Simple Program, Epic Results
You may have read about the benefits of basic calisthenics. Bodyweight training is an effective way of building overall strength. But, it doesn’t have to ...
-
Calisthenics Leg Workout: A Leg Day You Won’t Forget
A calisthenics leg workout can activate several lower body muscle groups. Depending on the types of legs exercises you perform, you may also work your ...
-
6 Best Free Weight Exercises for Women & Men
Free weight exercises are resistance exercises where you can pick up and move “free” objects and items. These are machineless workouts that use dumbbells, adjustable ...
-
How To Start Calisthenics: Quick Beginner’s Guide
Before you start calisthenics training, you may want to get a grasp of the discipline’s basics. Read our previous post on the basics of calisthenics ...
-
Types of Calisthenics: Styles & Exercises
Calisthenics is bodyweight training, with a focus on strength. This might sound boring to you, but trust us, it isn’t. There’s a huge variety of ...
-
Close Grip Bench Press: Benefits, Guide & Mistakes to Avoid
Whether you are a newcomer to working out or an old-timer, there are so many things you can still learn to update your exercise routine. ...
-
Basic Calisthenics For Beginners
Basic calisthenics uses a person’s whole bodyweight with minimal or no equipment at all. This form of exercise focuses more on strength training. Luckily, the ...
-
9 Best Dip Bars for 2023: Dipping Stations Reviewed
Home gyms are quickly becoming more popular as it is more convenient and often cheaper than visiting a commercial gym. The catch is that you ...
-
5 Best Power Towers For Compound Exercises
Power towers have been soaring in popularity, and for good reason. The versatile piece of exercise equipment helps you build your upper body, abdominal muscles, ...
-
6 Best Parallettes For 2024: Calisthenics Bars For Beginners
Parallettes have their roots in gymnastics as they were initially designed to recreate the feel of the parallel bars. Today, parallettes are commonly used by ...
-
French Fitness X2 Corner Home Gym System Review
The main goal for any home gym is to make the best use of your space. You want fitness equipment that packs away easily and ...
-
411 On Calisthenics Ab Workouts
One of the main results of calisthenic ab workouts is their ability to increase your core and overall body strength. Improving your strength has many ...
-
French Fitness FT500 Folding Treadmill Review
Space is premium in any home gym. It’s why you have to be sure about the type, make, and size of any gym equipment before ...
-
French Fitness Review: SRFT8 Squat Rack Functional Trainer
French Fitness’s SRFT8 Squat Rack Functional Trainer combines the best of a squat rack and functional trainer. A sure-fire way to get in a variety ...
