Rope or chain for dip belt, what is best?
If you’re getting serious about weighted dips or pull ups, the “boring” detail that suddenly matters is what connects your belt to the plates: a rope or a chain. It sounds minor, but it affects comfort, setup speed, and how confident you feel under load. In this guide I’ll break down the real pros and […]
How to train the L-sit
The L sit looks simple until you try to lift your heels and nothing happens. If that sounds familiar, you are not alone. The good news is that the L sit is very trainable when you stop chasing the final shape and start building the pieces: shoulder pressure, core tension, hip strength, and enough hamstring […]
How to train the human flag
The human flag looks like pure magic, but it’s mostly smart training and patience. If you’ve tried it and felt your body instantly rotate off the pole, you’re not alone. In this guide I’ll show you a clear, realistic path from beginner drills to a clean full flag, without overcomplicating it. We’ll cover the prerequisites […]
How to train the backlever
The back lever looks like a party trick, but it’s really a clean test of shoulder control, core tension, and patience. The good news is that it’s usually more attainable than skills like the front lever or planche, as long as you respect your elbows and build the position step by step. In this guide, […]
How to train the fronlever
The front lever looks simple, but it’s one of those skills that humbles almost everyone the first time they try it. If you’ve been hammering core work and still feel stuck, you’re not alone. In this guide I’ll show you how to train the front lever with a clear progression, the few assistance drills that […]
How to train skin the cat
Skin the cat looks like a party trick, but it’s one of the most useful calisthenics skills for building shoulder mobility, core control, and straight arm strength. In this guide, I’ll show you how to train skin the cat safely and efficiently, even if you’re not a gymnast and your shoulders feel tight. You’ll get […]
How to plank
If you want a stronger core without endless crunches, the plank is one of the best places to start. It looks simple, but a small form mistake can shift the work from your abs to your lower back or shoulders. In this guide, I’ll show you how to plank with clean, safe technique, how long […]
How to increase you pull-up numbers
Getting stuck at the same pull up number is frustrating, especially when you feel like you train hard. The good news is that pull ups usually don’t plateau because you “lack talent” but because your plan is missing one key piece: the right mix of practice, volume, and strength work without grinding to failure every […]
How to increase your push-up numbers
If your push ups have been stuck at the same number for weeks, you are not alone. Most people either test too often, train to failure every time, or never change the difficulty. In this article, I will show you a simple way to add reps with smart weekly volume, a few high impact push […]
How to do assisted pull-ups
If pull ups feel impossible right now, you’re in the right place. Assisted pull ups let you practice the real movement while making it manageable, so you can build strength without turning every rep into a struggle. In this guide I’ll show you exactly how to do assisted pull ups with a machine and with […]