Bodyweight Fitness: BWF Daily Discussion and Beginner/RR Questions Thread for 2020-04-22

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• BWF Daily Discussion and Beginner/RR Questions Thread for 2020-04-22
• A frowned upon Push-Up Challenge actually led me to enjoying exercise
• So you're considering doing 30 days of 100 pull-ups, I see.
• Uneven shoulders during pullups (help)
• Is this setup suitable for dips?
• 5-Month Chin-Up Progress
• Cracks and clinks
• Strength routine: transitioning from weight room to body weight routine?
• Can’t hold and l-sit pull-up
• What are some good shoulder exercises?
• Decline pushups vs diamond pushups
• What Is The Most Affordable Way To Get/Make Parallel Bars For Dips, Handstand Pushups And L-Sits?
• Is this what overtraining feels like?
• One arm chin/ pull up bodyweight training
• Grip, one arm chinup
• Current tuck planche shoulder and elbow positioning.
• What's missing in most workout apps
• Can anyone recommend a gym bag you can run with?
• are dragonflags a good start for the front lever
• Sleeping Troubles
• How to incorporate skill work?

BWF Daily Discussion and Beginner/RR Questions Thread for 2020-04-22 Posted: 21 Apr 2020 11:06 PM PDT Welcome to the /r/bodyweightfitness daily discussion thread! Feel free to post beginner questions or just about anything that's on your mind related to fitness! Reminders: Read the FAQ as your question may be answered there already. If you're unsure how to start training, check out our Recommended Routine, or our more skills based routine: Move. Even though the rules are relaxed here, asking for medical advice is still not allowed. For your reference we also have these weekly threads: Motivation Mondays Training Tuesdays Concept Wednesdays Technique Thursdays Form Check Fridays Slip Up Saturdays Progress Sundays Join our live conversations on Discord! We're also on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter! If you'd like to look at previous Discussion threads, click here. submitted by /u/AutoModerator [link] [comments]

A frowned upon Push-Up Challenge actually led me to enjoying exercise Posted: 22 Apr 2020 11:20 AM PDT I've always been tall and skinny and unable to put on weight or muscle. This has discouraged me through the years in terms of working out, I always hated it and never enjoyed it. About a month ago I decided to embark on a 100 push ups a day challenge. Did some research and discovered it was actually not the best idea. I decided fuck it, it's exercise, and just went for it. After a few weeks, I noticed I was getting more toned. God that was exciting. I raised it to 120 a day. Then started incorporating planks. Then curls. Then lateral raises. Now I've got a whole little routine I do, and I feel great and am starting to fill out! I'm even considering a real gym membership when the pandemic ends. This is so fucking exciting you have no idea. I almost look forward to my exercises every day now rather than dreading it. This sub has been a huge motivator and I wanted to share! submitted by /u/greatgreengoblins [link] [comments]

So you're considering doing 30 days of 100 pull-ups, I see. Posted: 21 Apr 2020 09:17 PM PDT Step 1: Don't. Step 2: Don't. Step 3: 42 But, seriously, if you're going to do it, try, here's some things that might be helpful. Do not jump right into it. Make sure you can do a 100 in one day. The next day you'll be too sore to do any more. This is normal. You'll have to build up to doing it, even if it means practising twice a week for a week or two beforehand. You don't even have to get up to 100 in this period, you're just practising. Try different types of pull-ups. That includes wide grip, close grip, and even parallel pull ups. You'll be able to get better at all of them. You're likely to get some calluses on your hands and knuckles. You should try to prepare for that if that might concern you. It's okay to do it at your own pace. When I started, I could get them done in about an hour, towards the end, it was a lot quicker. It may not feel good, or even normal at first. Once as you start doing it, you'll get into a nice groove with it, but it will take some time. When lowering yourself to the ground, do not suddenly drop down. Your elbows will take a lot of extra strain that they're not used to. Lower yourself down, but don't get to the top of the rep and just drop down. You're not made for that. Break them up into sets. Maybe you'll do 10 sets of 10. Maybe 5 sets of 20. Or 20 sets of 5. You don't have to work yourself until you can't breathe for exercise to count. Keeping at it, even through out the day, and completing it in one day is important. You don't want to go 'Well, I missed today's, so I'll do 200 tomorrow'. While that is a fun challenge... hey, you're already doing 100 a day. That's already a challenge. Drink water when you're thirsty. There will be days where you don't want to do it. That is normal. You'll have to push through that until you look forward to doing it. If your elbows start to hurt, take it easy. Change the pull up, or maybe even take a day off. Mine started being a little annoying around day 27, but I do silly things like this. This is a hard thing to do, and if you can't do it 100% in your first pass, that's alright. You're still cool if you get it done in 35 days. submitted by /u/ConfusionInTheRanks [link] [comments]

Uneven shoulders during pullups (help) Posted: 22 Apr 2020 03:33 AM PDT Hello everyone, I would love some input on a problem I have noticed. Whenever I do pullups I notice a large difference between my shoulders, my left one seems to be much higher during the movement and contracting in a very different way. Form isnt the problem as I fully retract my shoulder blades and make sure I'm doing the exercise to the best of my ability. I attached a video of one of my pullups. https://imgur.com/a/cuE2Xe8 P.S. excuse my hairy genetics I know it's a problem and I will attend to it later submitted by /u/faresthe [link] [comments]

Is this setup suitable for dips? Posted: 22 Apr 2020 11:09 AM PDT Hello everyone, Is this setup suitable for dips?I put my legs on the cushion on floor and make dips between two chairs. https://imgur.com/rgowQEf Can I target muscles that are supposed to be targeted? I can't find a counter top that makes a 90 degree angle or tables with same height. Also, I am not using chairs other way around, since I can't keep them with balance without weights. ​ Thanks. submitted by /u/Miriel18 [link] [comments]

5-Month Chin-Up Progress Posted: 22 Apr 2020 12:31 PM PDT 5 months ago, after a disappointing max set of 14 chin-ups, I set myself the (ambitious) goal of reaching 33 reps by my 33rd birthday (yesterday! 😎) Although I didn't quite get it- topping out at 26- I hit my secondary goal of earning a lifetime PR. My previous was 24, set a decade ago when I was 20 pounds lighter and looking for a Navy SEAL Selection spot. I wrote up the whole project here, with program samples and videos, but the big lessons learned: Aligning values and goals early. I had a powerlifting meet in the middle of the goal window and got nervous about underperforming if I didn't stay at the edge of my weight class (82.5kg), but I could have started my weight cut earlier and still performed well at the meet if I'd kept the long view (I only needed to quality for Nationals, and I could make those numbers pretty easily). Starting at a low volume. I used Major Misty Posey's volume suggestions for the 14-rep lifter at the beginning, but stuck to the lower limit- that choice to start lighter/lower was hugely helpful. Program full body. I layered my chin-up training on top of my powerlifting work, replacing my rows and other pulls and upper body accessories with chin-up programming. If I didn't have bench/press/dips in my strength program, I don't think this challenge would have been wise. I started out doing a max test of chin-ups twice a week. This became unsustainable once the novice/pull-the-slack-out gains passed. Substituting them with 'training maxes,' (chin-up max efforts that end when you have to rest) was a great way to continue training while still keeping a handrail on progress. Previous performance and strength play a key role: even though my days of consistent 20+ chins were a decade ago, it was much easier to get back to that point than it would have been to get there originally. If you're trying anything similar and have questions (or encouragement), hit me up! My next endurance challenge will be to complete >1000 reps in 200 minutes, a task I tried to tackle in my younger days and almost got (made it to ~870 before before I tweaked my shoulder, the result of poor preparation). submitted by /u/wayfareforward [link] [comments]

Cracks and clinks Posted: 22 Apr 2020 12:15 PM PDT I've been doing pretty basic bodyweight exercises recently and just wanted to make sure that I shouldn't be concerned. Every pushup, I heard cracks on the inside of my elbow. Every squat, I hear a light pop in the knee Every pull up, I can hear a little clink in my shoulder None of them result in excruciating pain, but wanted to make sure it's okay to just "push through" these things. submitted by /u/NewUsernameWhoDis32 [link] [comments]

Strength routine: transitioning from weight room to body weight routine? Posted: 22 Apr 2020 01:32 AM PDT Hi, my local gym finally closed with shelter in place, and I'm looking for a home replacement option. My goal is to build upper body muscle mass. After looking through the Recommended Routine, it looks like it could work well for that. If you have used this routine and have the same / similar goal, I had three questions: How well has this routine worked for you to gain mass? The RR is designed to gain mass or lose fat, but I want to hear your success stories - give me something inspiring while I get through learning curve. How have you modified this routine to make it work for you? Why? Apologies if I missed this in FAQ, but my initial observation is that increments in body weight routines are "chunkier" than weight lifting. I can add 5 pounds to a barbell, but I have to use a different / harder version of an exercise with bodyweight. When I've done some body weight stuff in past, I sometimes find I can do lots of reps of the "easier" variant and only 1 / maybe none on "harder" variant. Have you run into that, and how do you help close that gap, because doing only 1 rep on a harder variant isn't going to help anything, but neither is not reaching exhaustion / failure on the easier version. Some additional context: As mentioned, my goal has been upper body visible muscle gain, and to that end I did a lot of bench press, curls, overhead press, tricep pull downs, lat pull downs, and trap lifts Diet has been in check, have been gaining weight steadily (though tapered in past month, probably due for a change anyway) I have tried a number of routines over the years, stuck with them, but only 1 has really worked for me. And that's the above one. Why the other routines didn't work, probably a combination of me not pushing myself or poor technique, but machines are more "idiot proof" so works for me. Thank you! submitted by /u/xivzgrev [link] [comments]

Can’t hold and l-sit pull-up Posted: 22 Apr 2020 10:55 AM PDT As the title says I have trouble holding an l-sit. It is not my core as I know I have the strength to do it however it feels like my thigh restricts me. Whenever I hold the position my thigh cramps up and makes me loose the position. Have a good day :) EDIT: meant *an in the title submitted by /u/gegboii1994 [link] [comments]

What are some good shoulder exercises? Posted: 21 Apr 2020 11:35 PM PDT I usually do pike push ups, but it's mostly focused on the front delts, no? So I want to know some more exercises that involve the middle and rear delts. I've seen this video and it seems pretty good. submitted by /u/Artemis_M [link] [comments]

Decline pushups vs diamond pushups Posted: 22 Apr 2020 12:23 PM PDT Which comes first in the progression? I can do 18 normal pushups in one go and feel like I should move on to something harder. Which is the next progression decline or diamond (Or something else)? submitted by /u/Kakashicopyninja9 [link] [comments]

What Is The Most Affordable Way To Get/Make Parallel Bars For Dips, Handstand Pushups And L-Sits? Posted: 22 Apr 2020 12:00 PM PDT I'd like them to be long enough for me to do dips, but also short enough to be sturdy when doing handstand pushups. They seem to be $120 on average on Amazon (I'm in Canada) which is pretty steep for what they are. These homemade ones seem great, but I feel like they would be just wobbly enough to be annoying/dangerous for handstand pushups and I would end up replacing them. Anyone have recommendations? submitted by /u/Zukez [link] [comments]

Is this what overtraining feels like? Posted: 22 Apr 2020 10:40 AM PDT Hello all, so I believe I have never been "overtraining" before as i take things pretty slowly usually. But during the last week, my reps in e.g. pushups and pullups went significantly down. 2 weeks ago i could do 3x20 standard, good form pushups, now i feel heavy on the 10th of the first sett. I used to "max out" at 10 good form pullups, now i struggle on the 3rd to come up again. My hamstrings also feel worn out the 3rd day in a row without any hard exercises to speak of etc. ​ Is this what overtraining feels like or am I just a lazy piece of advice? ​ What did overtraining feel like to you when you experienced it and how to best get out of such troughs? I've been taking a 4 day break already and I still feel 10kg heavier on every exercise... ​ Cheers guys! submitted by /u/540Flair [link] [comments]

One arm chin/ pull up bodyweight training Posted: 21 Apr 2020 10:42 PM PDT Only have a door way pull up bar to train with now that we're quarantined at home for covid :') used to do weighted pull ups (5x5 for 30kg, im 69 kg) in the gym but i cant get that kind of resistance now at home. I've been doing 3 x 12 archer chin ups and 3 x 12 towel assisted one arm chins for my pull days, 90secs rest in between. When I first did it, the stimulus was amazing, but now its started to level off and i dont even know if the volume is enough now because i dont really feel a difference because i just keep doing the same sets. I do this 3 x a week on my pull days. Any advice for those who trained OAC/Ps just purely by bodyweight on how to better programme my pull workout? submitted by /u/Wh1t3b0ard [link] [comments]

Grip, one arm chinup Posted: 22 Apr 2020 07:47 AM PDT Hello to everyone, Christ is risen! I hope you are all good. I would like to ask what grip do you prefer on one arm chin up training? I usually have a semi false grip like. I have made my calluses on different parts on each armand i have a different grip too. What your opinions? submitted by /u/Adamsaris [link] [comments]

Current tuck planche shoulder and elbow positioning. Posted: 22 Apr 2020 02:39 AM PDT I hear you have to protract and depress your shoulders when doing any type of planche progression wether it's a lean or a full planche. So I protract my shoulders by pushing into the ground/paralettes. Now for the depression part. I don't really see how one can move his shoulders any way when you're in a tucked planche but they don't really move from the position they are in when simply standing upright. Many sources say I must rotate my elbows straight forward, but I really think that's bullshit. Because the split second I actually engage into the tucked planche hold, my elbow pits automatically rotate to an about 45 degree angle with the line between my hands (note that my fingertips are pointed away from my body). Is it normal for them to rotate back in slightly more inwards the more I lean with my shoulders in front of them? Or should I really try and force my elbow pits to be pointed forward? submitted by /u/CheatSSe [link] [comments]

What's missing in most workout apps Posted: 21 Apr 2020 06:28 PM PDT Hello everyone, I'm creating a workout app and I've been wondering what would you like to see in the workout app that you're using(if u're using any) and it is missing. For me the example would be something like "Hall of Fame" where you could see max repetitions of other users/max holds etc. Another idea that came Across my mind is app friendly for greasing the groove. And maybe some Global chat for users.. anyways I'd really like to know your ideas and I'm looking forward to seeing them ;) submitted by /u/mikithenics [link] [comments]

Can anyone recommend a gym bag you can run with? Posted: 21 Apr 2020 04:52 PM PDT I know this could go under /running or whatever but this bag will be filled with my gymnastic rings, bands and maybe mini parallettes. Most runners are concerned with carrying water, food or light change of clothes. I just want to be able to comfortably run to the park with my bodyweight training stuff. I currently used Omm The Last Drop but it's just a tiny bit too small when I have the rings in there. submitted by /u/ramblingaround [link] [comments]

are dragonflags a good start for the front lever Posted: 21 Apr 2020 09:19 PM PDT I've been working on getting my pullup to about 75% of my weight so i can begin front lever, and ive also been practicing dragonflags. currently i can do one full rep, is this a good path down to learning front lever? submitted by /u/Joke-King [link] [comments]

Sleeping Troubles Posted: 21 Apr 2020 08:49 PM PDT I know that to build muscle we need at least 9-7 hours of sleep. The problem is that i have sleeping problems and i struggle with falling assleep on time and it stresses me out laying in bed thinking my workout was worthless. Has amyone else struggled with this? submitted by /u/Tha_Cheiftain [link] [comments]

How to incorporate skill work? Posted: 21 Apr 2020 08:26 PM PDT Hey guys, I'm just getting into calisthenics seriously now and I'm loving it. I've had rings for a month and it's so much more fun/ rewarding then the gym has been. I'm at a point where I'm just kind of working out my upper body every other day and then doing some leg work/core/ cardio on the days in between. I'd really like to work on some skill work such as planche/ front lever/ handstand but I'm not sure where to plug them in. Would you guys recommend starting my leg/ cardio days out with the skill progression work? Thanks guys submitted by /u/giogeo [link] [comments]

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