Bodyweight Fitness: BWF Daily Discussion and Beginner/RR Questions Thread for 2021-01-30 |
- BWF Daily Discussion and Beginner/RR Questions Thread for 2021-01-30
- Slip Up Saturday (Chaturday): This is the thread to vent, laugh, and humble yourself with this past week's screw ups in training. You can also tell us all about it on our Discord chat!
- 6 Months of Calisthenics!
- Just another post about being good enough
- Beginner Aesthetics Routine (overweight male) FIRST POST HERE!
- My thoughts on new GMB Elements program
- Am i overtraining my abs?
- Is yoga a good substitute for mobility work?
- Wide grip and Regular grip pull ups about the same?
- How to make the most out of your genetics and newbie gains?
- Beginner looking for goals
- Almost at my goal of 100 chinups in 10 minutes
- Fluctuating strength?
- Austin dunham muscle up program
- Do you think rows are as good/important an exercise as pull-ups?
- im like 278 and i need a starter routine
- Good weight to start higher intensity exercises
- Grip strength becoming the limiting factor
- Are there any YouTubers that are good to watch for calisthenics?
- My workout plan: would it help me build muscle?
- Does greasing the groove work for ab training?
- Large difference between weighted pull-up 1RM and sets
- are wide grip pullups good rear delt and low-mid trap builders?
- How is my current fitness routine?
- What workouts should I do to become able to muscle up
| BWF Daily Discussion and Beginner/RR Questions Thread for 2021-01-30 Posted: 29 Jan 2021 09:01 PM PST 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:
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| Posted: 29 Jan 2021 11:55 PM PST Welcome back to the thread where no matter how new or adept you are, we can all take a moment to embrace the shortcomings that come with this journey, finding ways to improve together. If you've got a photo or video of yourself face planting from a handstand, doing a muscle-up into a low ceiling, or simply want us to sympathize with your lack of resolve in training consistently, this is the thread for you! Be sure you are familiar with the rules, particularly #2: No Medical Advice. So how'd you goof this week? Tell us about it! Share your epic fails! Click here to view last week's thread Click here to view previous Slip Up Saturdays. ADDITIONALLY, Saturday is the day we promote our chatroom, which we maintain throughout the week. There, you can find some of our active subscribers lounging around ready to provide real-time answers to your burning questions, or make friends with a common interest in bodyweight fitness! Follow the instructions below to get started: Step One: Click on this link to join us on Discord. Register for an account if you don't already have one! Step Two: Say hi, bullshit with us, or ask any questions you like and tell us how much you deadlift. [link] [comments] |
| Posted: 30 Jan 2021 07:42 AM PST Hey I'm 15M and around this time six months ago me and my friend joined a gym and went for 2 days before restrictions closed the gym. I really wanted to do something for fitness so I started researching calisthenics. At first I did the recommended routine and after 2 months switched to a push pull legs routine. I stopped eating anything that had added sugar or bad fats. I get all my protein from a lot of eggs peanut butter and milk as my parents are convinced whey is bad for teenagers. At first I lost a few kg and then started gaining muscle. I'm around 54kg at 165cm. I average a 10.3% bodyfat. Im making this post to thank everyone on this sub, I have lurked and taken in so much good information. This sub has completely changed my life and I feel so good right now. Thanks to you all. [link] [comments] |
| Just another post about being good enough Posted: 30 Jan 2021 02:35 AM PST This is more to remind myself I've progressed more than anything but it helps writing it down I just got a bit inspired to write this in "response" to the post about not having to look ripped I'm (27F btw) not super active on this sub, but I started going to the gym/exercise regularly a year ago, and I'm exercising six times a week now (I know, a lot), and I am so, so, so happy with how I look! (I have abs!! And some baby biceps!) And originally I hated exercising with all my heart and soul, but now it feels good. I still hate running, and doing legs is boring af to me, but having some seriously aggressive music helps me there But I'm also a lot stronger! What i think I should incorporate now is to set more goals, like how many push ups I can do or whatever. I've never tried to really go for a pull-up but maybe I'll try that, since I want better (and leaner, ngl) back muscles. Pull-ups scare me a lot lol. I'm telling myself this bc I still fall into the trap of wanting to have even leaner muscles, have even more visible abs and upper body muscles. But seeing how much stronger I become is more important, how it gives me energy and makes me feel good (although the lockdown where I live takes a serious toll on my energy lol my sleeping patterns are shit, but there's little I can do with that atm) But my main point was really that I did discover, a lot through this sub and some other fitness subs, that 1) spot reducing is not a thing and 2) bodies really do be different. Like, one body might be able to achieve those sick abs but another might only get all the strength but no cosmetics. Both of those points did help me accept that little insignificant arm flab I have, which I realize I literally can't take away. Even though I dropped from 75kg to 66-67kg over like two years overall, and lots of things about me shrunk (the amount of trousers I've had to sew in has been ridiculous) my arms did not, like at all. And my weight just stopped at 66kg, it was impossible to get lower unless I did some more drastic things with my diet, which I see absolutely no point in doing. I'm at a healthy weight and I've no plans on going vegetarian or vegan (some less meat, yes, but bc of climate) or cutting out all sugar and alcohol, I enjoy my Fridays and Saturdays Anyway, thanks for teaching me these lessons, and I'll do what I can to keep reminding myself that the cosmetics should come after the health benefits (I'll allow myself a bit of fun with just the fact that I have abs, but I'll try not to get carried away lol). And that my body is different from others, I probably won't look like Sarah Connor [link] [comments] |
| Beginner Aesthetics Routine (overweight male) FIRST POST HERE! Posted: 30 Jan 2021 04:21 AM PST Hey, guys! This is the first time posting in the sub and I'm stoked to be here and starting this journey (for what feels like the 1000th time) Here's some stats to get started; AGE: 29 SW: 230 lb GW: 160 lb BMI: 34 HT: 5'8 S: Male Diabetic T2 I'm looking for a beginner calisthenics (preferably all body weight) routine that has a hard focus on aesthetics and fat loss/muscle retention (I don't really care about strength gains, tbh) I'm definitely out of shape and I'm sure there's a lot of super tough movements I won't be able to do, but I'm am able to perform most workouts generally as they're intended. I also have a Body Boss 2.0 resistance band platform and would absolutely be game to incorporate it if it'll get me better/faster results I just want to take back control of my diabetes and for the first time in my life be happy about my body. I appreciate any and all help! Cheers (CROSS POSTED IN /LOSEIT) [link] [comments] |
| My thoughts on new GMB Elements program Posted: 30 Jan 2021 07:38 AM PST This is my first post on sharing my impressions on any fitness program, but I couldn't wait to do it after I finished GMB Elements today. First of all, this "review" is based on the new version that uses GMB's Praxis. I had Elements previously in its primitive format, but I must admit, I only took the information and watched the tutorials, but did not follow any schedule. Just to make you know, I have been practising calisthenics and weighted exercised for 20 years (I'm 40). I have followed Animal Flow, multiple Scott Sonnon's programs, have dumbells, ketlebells, pull up bar, monkii bars in my home, along with broomsticks, yoga wheels, foam rollers, plyobox, etc... and I use every piece at least twice a week. I'm very consistent in my movement practice and I rarely miss an hour a day to do some movement. I also have GMB mobility (completed) and GMB Vitamin (around 25% completed), but have never had any contact with GMB. That's simply to help you to figure out my background and that I have not any affiliation. Well, to sum up the whole thing in a sentence: Elements is just amazing. Even if you are familiar with animal-based movement, nothing compares with Elements, and that is because the way it is presented. Progressions are very well designed, and at the end of the program, you can find yourself floating with only your hands in different possitions that could eventually get you into a handstand, cartwheel or even planche with proper dilligence. After every session you feel that you have done a hard work, but still feel energyzed. I'm not going to dig in the exact movements because you can find them easily in their website: monkey, frog, bear and crab. From there, variations and transitions. Nothing new except for the way progressions are explained and put together, but I have jotted down every movement and, without assesments, warm up (5 exercises) and cooldown (5 exercises), Elements has about 40 movements that can be expanded to many more if you have payed attention to the foundations and even more if you have experience with other programs as Animal Flow. Just one advise. Trust the program and be consistent. If you have done Animal Flow or other animal like movement approach, you are going to value Elements even more than if you are new into this. Thanks GMB for this. Have a nice day! [link] [comments] |
| Posted: 30 Jan 2021 06:03 AM PST Hi! I've recently started to introduce more ab-training into my 4 day upper lower split schedule. The problem is that i'm not so sure about the frequency. Is 10-15 minutes ab-training on mondays, tuesdays, thursdays and fridays too much? Or could you even workout abs every day if it's just for 10 minutes? I'm a bit concerned about overtraining them. [link] [comments] |
| Is yoga a good substitute for mobility work? Posted: 30 Jan 2021 01:54 AM PST I find yoga more fun. Also, I would make sure the yoga exercises aren't too strength-based in order to not mess up my strength progress. [link] [comments] |
| Wide grip and Regular grip pull ups about the same? Posted: 30 Jan 2021 11:39 AM PST Hello! Tittle says it all: I can do 7 strict form wide grip pull ups but only 8 strict form regular grip pull ups. From what I understand, wide grip pull ups should be considerably harder and yet I can't do considerable more regular pull ups? Does anyone know what could be causing this? Is there anyway to target the muscle weakness behind it? I only been training strict calisthenics for about two months, but I am a V5 and 5.11 c/d climber so I have a strong foundation. [link] [comments] |
| How to make the most out of your genetics and newbie gains? Posted: 30 Jan 2021 11:08 AM PST Im in no rush and im just wondering if you guys got any tips you wish you knew before starting. Thanks [link] [comments] |
| Posted: 30 Jan 2021 05:57 AM PST Recently purchased Overcoming Gravity and I'm stuck. The book urges you to have 1-2 ability goals for a muscle group and using that information you can form your workouts in the next chapter. As of right now I can only think of having upper body goals (full planche, muscle ups, frog stand). If it was not already apparent I'm not well versed on calisthenics and could use some helpful redirection. I know I need to have lower body ability goals and flexibility goals but I'd feel more confident in my goals if I got some tips from those that have more experience than I. Thanks in advance! [link] [comments] |
| Almost at my goal of 100 chinups in 10 minutes Posted: 29 Jan 2021 02:45 PM PST Set a new best time of 13:29 today, hoping to be under 10:00 in the next two months, just felt like sharing [link] [comments] |
| Posted: 30 Jan 2021 12:28 PM PST Hi! I'm kind of confused because for the past weeks I've being quite consistent and could do 4 sets of 10 push-ups, but now I feel like I'm weaker and barely manage to do 5. What's happening? I don't even comprehend how something like this can happen. Thanks in advance! [link] [comments] |
| Austin dunham muscle up program Posted: 30 Jan 2021 12:27 PM PST Has somebody the new muscle up program of austin dunham [link] [comments] |
| Do you think rows are as good/important an exercise as pull-ups? Posted: 30 Jan 2021 12:00 PM PST I was watching a video by this fitness YouTuber, and he suggested that rows aren't as good an exercise as pull-ups, because rows have an awkward "strength curve," meaning they're very easy in the first half of the movement, but very hard in the second half. I have definitely noticed this too, but I never thought that meant it was a less important exercise. What do y'all think? [link] [comments] |
| im like 278 and i need a starter routine Posted: 29 Jan 2021 06:41 PM PST im badly out of shapes and my lungs and side pain is even worse.... i need a simple workout plan that isnt going to kill me and make me just wanna stop..... any advice would be appreciated [link] [comments] |
| Good weight to start higher intensity exercises Posted: 30 Jan 2021 08:10 AM PST So I'm currently on the Atkins/Keto diet and I have been walking. I'm 6 feet and my weight is around 290. Like the title says I was wondering what is a good weight to start higher intensity exercises that won't mess up my joints? If anyone has advice or experience with this. [link] [comments] |
| Grip strength becoming the limiting factor Posted: 30 Jan 2021 07:57 AM PST Hi all, I'm starting to find grip strength as a large limiter for skin the cat/advanced skin the cat. Is this fairly normal? It feels like the back lever position is peeling my fingers off the bar. Is there a way to improve this strength wise? Should I Use straps once my hands get tired so i can go to back/shoulder failure instead of forearms? Thanks! [link] [comments] |
| Are there any YouTubers that are good to watch for calisthenics? Posted: 30 Jan 2021 11:15 AM PST I already know some of the big ones like Chris Heria and his ThenX but i would like to know about some more? [link] [comments] |
| My workout plan: would it help me build muscle? Posted: 30 Jan 2021 11:09 AM PST Hi there, I am a 15 year old male, and I am looking to gain muscle over the next year as right now I am quite skinny. I currently have a workout plan that I have been following almost every day for the past few months but am struggling to see major results. Would it be possible for you guys to tell me what i can do to improve my workout plan: Currently I am doing 3 sets of: 35 pushups 20 squats with a 15 kg weight 30 situps 20 bicep curls (with 2 hands) with a 15 kg dumbell I know that my program is basic and am looking to up the intensity and duration of my workout so any advice would be appreciated. [link] [comments] |
| Does greasing the groove work for ab training? Posted: 30 Jan 2021 10:57 AM PST Can I effectively build ab strength with GTG? For instance, if I can only hold a plank for a minute, would it be a good idea to do 30 second planks every half an hour or so throughout the day? [link] [comments] |
| Large difference between weighted pull-up 1RM and sets Posted: 30 Jan 2021 02:05 AM PST For background, I've done RR for 6 months and then VOLT while working through minor injuries. Current workout is upper body 2x a week and lower 2x a week with running in addition. I'm 6ft tall and 170lbs. I thought I'd ask here since I've noticed a large difference between weighted pull-ups 1RM and the weight I can do for normal training. 1RM - BW+84lbs (the same day I did 74x2 and 67x3) Work Sets - 4 sets of 5 reps BW+31lbs Do others have such a large difference in ability? [link] [comments] |
| are wide grip pullups good rear delt and low-mid trap builders? Posted: 30 Jan 2021 10:05 AM PST I dont have rings or a low bar to do inverted rows yet so im curious if wide grip pullups do just fine? I barely feel them in my lats though if thats normal [link] [comments] |
| How is my current fitness routine? Posted: 30 Jan 2021 10:00 AM PST Just recently started bodyweight workouts and running, used to be very fit and active a few years ago but life got in the way I suppose. My current routine is: 2k run best effort every 2 days (current best time is 10:22, goal is 8:00) every day i'm not running I do 3x12 squats, 3x12 tricep dips, 2x10 tricep push-ups ( if I do more than that my form is very poor) My doors aren't strong enough for rows with bedsheets. Main aim is to gain some muscle mass, what do I need to add/change? Edit: its a simple question so no need to downvote it, putting new people down only discourages people. [link] [comments] |
| What workouts should I do to become able to muscle up Posted: 30 Jan 2021 06:02 AM PST My max for wide grip pull ups is 10 (I go all the way down however I still kip a little when I'm a tired). I tried to do it on my pull up bar and was able to get one hand above the bar but it would only injure me to try to lift myself from that position and I wouldn't be strong enough regardless. What excercises should I do get maximum explosiveness from pull ups so i can get myself higher on the bar making the dip part easier [link] [comments] |
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