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The foundation of upper body strength. Targets chest, shoulders, and triceps while engaging your core.
Variations: Wide, narrow, diamond, decline, pike, archer
Perform between two stable surfaces or on the floor. Excellent for triceps and anterior deltoids.
Progression: Bench dips → Parallel bar dips → Ring dips
If you have a doorframe pull-up bar. Builds incredible back and bicep strength. Alternatives include inverted rows.
Alternative: Inverted rows under a table or bar
Handstand push-up preparation. Targets shoulders with an overhead pressing pattern.
Target: Anterior and medial deltoids, upper trapezius
The king of leg exercises. Builds quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings with proper depth and form.
Variations: Jump squats, pistol squats, shrimp squats
Unilateral leg strength development. Improves balance and addresses muscle imbalances.
Variations: Forward, reverse, walking, jumping lunges
Activate and strengthen posterior chain. Essential for hip health and power development.
Progression: Single-leg bridges, bridge marches
Build powerful calves with single or double-leg variations. Perform on flat ground or elevated surface.
Tip: Slow eccentric for maximum muscle engagement
Front plank, side plank, reverse plank, and planks with leg lifts build isometric core strength.
Goal: 60+ seconds for beginners, 2+ minutes advanced
Target lower abs with controlled leg raises. Keep lower back pressed to floor throughout movement.
Progression: Bent knees → Straight legs → Hanging (if possible)
Rotational core strength. Engage obliques with controlled twisting motions while maintaining balance.
Tip: Lean back slightly to increase difficulty
Advanced isometric core exercise. Creates total body tension and builds incredible abdominal strength.
Foundation: For many advanced calisthenics movements
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Total Time: ~25-30 minutes | Suitable for all fitness levels with modifications