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 63+ 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

Arm Across Chest Stretch

Arm Circles

Elbows Behind Back

Front Hold

Handstand Push-Up

Incline Bench Press

Incline Push-Up

Inverted Row

Inverted Row With Underhand Grip

Jerk

Jumping Jacks

Kneeling Incline Push-Up

Kneeling Push-Up

Kroc Row

Log Press

Lying Shoulder/Chest Stretch

Monkey Row

Mop Up Chalk

One-Arm Push-Up

Pendlay Row

Pike Push-Up

Pin Bench Press

Planche Leans

Plank To Push-Up

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