Learn all about Calisthenics

Discover the secret to a strong, functional body without stepping foot in the gym. A straight-to-the-point guide to help you start training with your own body now!

Tired of lifting weights and looking for a more natural and efficient way to get in shape? Check out this: Calisthenics! Forget about gym memberships and come with us to discover how to use your own body as a machine to build a great shape.

But what is this Calisthenics thing?

Calisthenics is nothing more than using your body weight to train. Remember those push-ups you did in school? Pull-ups, sit-ups, squats? All of these are part of this universe. It's a complete workout that makes you strong, resilient and also improves your flexibility. And the best part: you can do it anywhere!

Why swap weight training for Calisthenics (or better yet, combine the two!)?

The truth is that you don't have to choose one or the other. But Calisthenics has some advantages that are worth considering:

 

Total freedom: No gym, no schedules, no excuses. The square, the park, your living room... Anywhere becomes your workout HQ.

 

Savings: The money you would spend on your monthly fee can be used for a night out with friends, a bottle of wine to impress your girlfriend or even to invest in yourself.

 

Functional body: Forget about swollen muscles. Calisthenics makes you really strong, with a body ready for anything.

 

Constant challenge: There is always a new exercise, a more difficult variation. Progress is constant and motivation is high.

Where to start? No secrets!

Be humble: Start with the basics. There's no point in trying to do pull-ups with one hand if you can't do a normal pull-up.

 

Have a plan: Choose some exercises, define how many sets and repetitions you will do. Vary your workout so you don't fall into a routine.

 

Warm up: Don't be so lazy as to go straight to training without preparing your body. Stretch, do some jumping jacks, move your joints.

 

Consistency: There’s no point in training one day and then disappearing for a week. The secret is consistency. Train at least 3 times a week.

 

Eat right: There’s no point in killing yourself in training and eating junk food. Invest in a balanced diet to have energy and build muscle.

Calisthenics vs. Weight Training: Which is Better?

There is no better or worse. They are different! Weight training focuses on isolating muscles, while calisthenics works the entire body in an integrated way. The ideal is to find what works best for you and, who knows, even combine the two modalities!

Summarizing the opera:

Calisthenics is a smart, affordable and efficient way to get in shape. If you’re looking for a workout that challenges you, gives you freedom and leaves you with a great shape, this is the place for you. Start now and get ready to see the transformation in your body and mind!