Start your bodyweight journey today

You don't need a gym membership or fancy equipment to get in shape. Bodyweight exercises can be done anywhere, anytime, and are a great way to build strength and improve your overall fitness. This guide will show you how to start your bodyweight workout journey today, with exercises that require nothing but your own bodyweight.

Set realistic goals and create a workout plan.

Before starting any workout routine, it’s important to set realistic goals and create a plan that works for you. Start by identifying what you want to achieve, whether it’s building strength, losing weight, or improving your overall fitness. Then, create a workout plan that includes exercises that target those goals. Be sure to start with beginner-level exercises and gradually increase the intensity and duration of your workouts as you progress. Remember to listen to your body and take rest days as needed.

Warm up properly before each workout.

Before diving into your bodyweight workout, it’s important to properly warm up your muscles and prepare your body for exercise. A good warm-up should include dynamic stretching, such as leg swings and arm circles, to increase blood flow and flexibility. A good idea will also be to include some wrist warm-up if you are doing elevated push-ups. You can also incorporate light cardio, such as jumping jacks or tricking to raise your heart rate and get your body ready for more intense exercise. Taking the time to warm up properly can help prevent injury and improve your overall workout performance. Finally in the warm-up section, remember to work on your handstand just for fun!

Master the basic bodyweight exercises.

The foundation of any bodyweight workout routine is mastering the basic exercises. These exercises include push-ups, squats, assisted pull-ups (with rubberbands), planks, and tucked front lever (like a hanging cannonball, facing upwards. These exercises work multiple muscle groups at once and can be modified to fit any fitness level. Start with a few sets of each exercise and gradually increase the number of reps and sets as you get stronger. Remember to focus on proper form and technique to avoid injury and get the most out of your workout.

Progress to more challenging variations.

Once you have mastered the basic bodyweight exercises, it’s time to progress to more challenging variations. For example, you can try push-ups with your feet elevated, pistol squats, assisted one arm pull-up, leg-raises, and front lever with one straight leg (alternate is a good idea). These variations will challenge your muscles in new ways and help you continue to make progress. Remember to always listen to your body and progress at a pace that feels comfortable for you. ..but let's be honest; it's not supposed to be too comfortable.