Question 1

What are the best bodyweight exercises?

Accepted Answer

Bodyweight exercises require no equipment and can be done anywhere. They build functional strength, improve body control, and form the foundation of calisthenics. Progress by increasing reps, adding variations, or moving to harder progressions. Browse our collection of 64+ bodyweight exercises to find the right ones for your training goals.

Question 2

What are the benefits of bodyweight training?

Accepted Answer

Key benefits of bodyweight exercises include: No equipment needed, Train anywhere, anytime, Builds functional strength, Improves body awareness.

Question 3

Are bodyweight exercises good for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Bodyweight exercises can be suitable for beginners when starting with appropriate weights and focusing on proper form. Start with basic movements and progress gradually as your strength and technique improve.

Bodyweight Exercises

Key Benefits

One-Legged Seated Leg Press

Overhead Squat

Pause Squat

Pendulum Squat

Pin Squat

Re-Rack the Weights

Reverse Hyperextension

Reverse Lunge (Bodyweight)

Running

Safety Bar Squat

Seated Forward Fold

Seated Leg Curl

Seated Leg Press

Shallow Lunges (Bodyweight)

Side Lunges Stretch

Single Leg Lifts

Single Leg Romanian Deadlift

Sled Drag

Sled Push

Smith Machine Lunge

Snatch

Snatch Balance

Stair Climber

Standing Forward Fold

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