What can calisthenics do for you? Let me show you.

fluffygrump

Thanks for sharing, I will check this out!

amos481

bump

debrag12

Thanks for sharing, I've been looking at this way of exercising for a while now and have recently read Pushing the Limits which I'm going to start soon.

SpicesOfLife

For me, it’s the fact that having this kind of unlimited, self-made strength is so… SO… empowering. It gives you a kind of cool confidence that is hard to explain.

i know exactly what you mean, i feel the same way about it! it has something so raw and primal about it :laugh:
ive recently discovered a great bodyweight routine and im so in love with its simplicity, yet intensity. i could feel the difference after the first time ive tried it, i thought "wow, this is it! i feel like a ninja warrior, like im all muscle!" (couldnt move for 2 days afterwards haha).


edit: oh, and you look fantastic! great inspiration dat butt!

ObtainingBalance

Amazing results!

mundaycarroll

Your results are amazing!! I've never really looked into calisthenics before but seeing your results I am definitely interested in it. Guess I have some reading to do on it.

MasterBroshi

I just recently got into calisthenics thanks to a video of frank madrano. That guy is insane. Besides, I want to be able master my own body.

SpicesOfLife

I just recently got into calisthenics thanks to a video of frank madrano. That guy is insane. Besides, I want to be able master my own body.

wow, you look amazing too :happy:

also, i just watched his video. he really is insane, so awesome!

MasterBroshi

I just recently got into calisthenics thanks to a video of frank madrano. That guy is insane. Besides, I want to be able master my own body.

wow, you look amazing too :happy:

also, i just watched his video. he really is insane, so awesome!

Aww, thank you! I am going to try to get on his level. I have a loooong way to go though.

SpicesOfLife

I just recently got into calisthenics thanks to a video of frank madrano. That guy is insane. Besides, I want to be able master my own body.

wow, you look amazing too :happy:

also, i just watched his video. he really is insane, so awesome!

Aww, thank you! I am going to try to get on his level. I have a loooong way to go though.

i want to be able to do those things too!

MasterBroshi

I think the problem is that I would become "that guy" and start doing muscle ups everywhere.

girlwithcurls2

I printed this out. I'm reading more and more posts on mfp about bodyweight lifting. I don't have access to weights, but I'm sure lifting my own self is a workout :laugh:

SpicesOfLife

nothing wrong with that, im sure your audience would enjoy it :laugh:

MasterBroshi

I printed this out. I'm reading more and more posts on mfp about bodyweight lifting. I don't have access to weights, but I'm sure lifting my own self is a workout :laugh:

Oh, it is exhausting for sure!

MasterBroshi

nothing wrong with that, im sure your audience would enjoy it :laugh:

That is possible! We could be calisthenics partners and kill it!

SpicesOfLife

That is possible! We could be calisthenics partners and kill it!

kinda like that?

MasterBroshi

Just like that. I will be on top. I am putting my life in your hands!

Actually, if you fail, it would be a lot more painful for you

SpicesOfLife

haha, this could end badly

MasterBroshi

No faith in yourself. Shame!

LesaDave

You lost 125 pounds?!?!?! Did I read that correctly?!?!?!? WOW! Well, I didn't see the loose skin that you warned me about.

Girl, keep it up cuz you are looking GOOD!! Congrats!!!

Jorfil

Great results! bump!

fourfiftythree

Thanks for the bump!

Reposting blog link too for those wanting more detailed info: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/blog/fourfiftythree/view/calisthenics-roadmap-a-list-of-resources-to-get-started-with-bodyweight-strength-training-694338

tibby531

I didn't tag this post the first time I saw it. I'm so glad it popped back up again.

opus649

I this post

bikermike5094

nice!

csec6pak

I bought "Convict Conditioning" because of this post. I never really enjoyed weight training but forced myself to do it because it's "good" for me. I'm hoping I will like this much better.

This is week 2 for me and so far, so good.

I am curious, OP, can you give us some details around your own progression? I am a woman and although I'm in decent shape, I cannot do a single pull-up; can't even hold myself up in that position on the bar for a full second. How long did it take you do to progress to doing a full pull-up? Did you just follow the CC progression in the beginning?

I'm trying to be patient but I'd love to know when I'll start seeing progress.

jim180155

Bump for resources.

Nice job, OP. This is informative and inspirational.

mandymack14

I started the Convict Conditioning progressions 3 weeks ago - step 1 of the 4 starter moves. At first they seemed too easy but when I got back to focussing on form, timing and breathing correctly I could feel that my body is working. It's not difficult yet but I know I am conditioning my joints and I'm already slightly stronger. It feels great getting my body to work in a way that makes sense to me. Thanks again to the OP.

ETA: I'm 58 and NOT in decent shape. I've lost muscle due to menopause and inactivity (back injury). My physio, with whom I do pilates, thinks the book is great and has given me a pilates program that complements the exercises I'm doing.

lee134

The proof is in the pudding ! Great job my friend ! Rock that body and be proud .

JoseCastaneda

Amazing results! I vote for calisthenics/bodyweight training I prefer it over weight lifting, and your experience has just confirmed I'm on the right path!

Thank you for sharing your story, very inspirational!