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 329+ 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

Diamond Push-ups

Dips

Donkey Kick

Double-Unders

Downward Facing Dog

Dragon Flag

Dynamic Copenhagen Plank

Dynamic Side Plank

Eccentric Heel Drop

Elbows Behind Back

Fingerboard Dead Hang

Fire Hydrants

Flexed Arm Hang

Floor Back Extension

Flutter Kicks

Frog Pose

Frog Pump

Front Hold

Front Lever

Front Splits

Get-up (Warm up)

GHD Sit-Up

Glute Bridge

Good Morning (Stretch)

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