Progressive Calisthenics

10/10/2024

The Untold History of Calisthenics (link in comments)

10/05/2024

Hey everyone, I’m really excited to launch my first YouTube video- do me a favor and check it out! Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss out on any new video drops either.

Ever wondered where the modern-day calisthenics movement truly originated? While the Spartans of Ancient Greece are often credited, the truth is far more int...

10/05/2024

Hey Everyone, I’m really excited to launch you first YouTube video “The Untild History of Calisthenics”

Do me a favor and to check it out!!

https://youtu.be/-beg0OIH5k0

09/22/2023

All too often many new parents deprioritize working out.

Whether it be guilt, new responsibilities, or the fact that you're functioning on very little sleep most days, working out tends to end up last on our never-ending list of tasks.

Let's be honest... it can be TOUGH to get anything done with a mini human running around causing chaos 😅

Although I don’t train for hours on end like I used to, I make sure to workout efficiently and effectively when I do... just enough to maintain a healthy level of fitness.

My workouts are often short, performing push ups, pull ups, and other bodyweight exercise while playing with my daughter in between sets.

Fitness doesn’t need to be complicated, just stick to the basics 💪🏽

Wish you could be more effective with your programming and training regimen? Send a DM to work with me.

08/16/2023

Some tuck front lever pulls with my girl, just because I haven’t been posting doesn’t mean I haven’t been training. Slowly starting to dial it in. I’d like to believe I can get back to where I was I was 😅. Might be wishful thinking but my body feels healthy and great 💪🏽

05/08/2022

🌸 MOTHER’S DAY FLASH SALE 🌸

To celebrate my wife’s very first mother's day since birthing our little rainbow baby this past November, she is passing on her excitement with some of the biggest discounts we’ve ever offered.

We have some limited edition service packages available, as well as, marked down our courses and webinars to more than 40-60% OFF!

These specials are only available for a very limited time (and in limited quantities), so don't wait!

No coupon codes needed, discounted rates are reflected at checkout.

If you have any questions, send me a DM!

05/07/2022

Yes I used to teach weekend workshops… but did you know they were originally designed to enhance the knowledge of someone who has already taken a formal personal training course and not to certify anyone as a professional coach?

The truth is after over a decade of training others with Calisthenics AND educating trainers on how to do so … I’ve come to the conclusion that a weekend workshop just DOES NOT CUT IT when it comes to a formal calisthenics coaching education.

It is for that exact reason that I have designed .calisthenics, the most comprehensive training when it comes to not only understanding the What and How of Calisthenics, but also the Why, When, and Where.

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MOTHER’S DAY FLASH SALE GOES LIVE TONIGHT.

04/10/2022

For the love of calisthenics ❤️

It was a fun meet up yesterday at liberty park! Monthly meet-ups will resume 💪🏽 Thanks to everyone who came out 😤
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03/21/2022

🗓Calisthenics Meet-up going down on Saturday April 9th at Liberty Park (Cerritos, CA) from 3-6pm.

April 2022 marks the 10 year anniversary of the first official meet-up we ever had! I’m so stoked to see some of the OGs who were there when the calisthenics scene was just beginning 😤

This event is open to anyone and everyone who has any interest in the art of bodyweight training 🤸🏽

Make sure to save the date!!!

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12/22/2021

Plank

🚫Avoid this Plank variation🚫

There is a plank variation within the calisthenics community which calls for flexion in the upper spine (thoracic). There are 3 main reasons you should avoid this variation.

1. The plank is a stabilization exercise meant to stabilize the spine, scapulae, and hips in neural positions to create balance and structural integrity. Flexing the thoracic will only pull the body out of balance, counteracting the intention of the movement.
2. This will NOT help with Planche. The prime mover for the Planche is the front deltoid. Flexing the upper spine will not increase the strength of either the prime mover or the assisting muscles.
3. This variation can lead to or reinforce bad posture and muscle disfunction. Those with rounded shoulder and a protruding head are especially cautioned against this variation as it will only reinforce the imbalances of the body.

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Intensive Calisthenics Course is now open!!! Visit the link in the bio for more information 🤗

11/03/2021

Rationale behind the 8 strength training movements in .calisthenics

10/16/2021

Not all planks are created equal nor do they serve the same purpose.

The Standard Plank is a core stabilization exercise focused on building core strength alone.

The Extended Plank incorporates the Lats and Teres Major making this movement, both strengthening the Back muscles and core.

The Superman Plank places much of the load on the Lats and Triceps with the core taking a supportive role much like it does in the push up.

If you’re lacking pull exercises or don’t have a pull-up bar this Superman plank is a must!!!

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