2022-04-24 13:05
Have you ever watched someone perform a bodyweight exercise and gasped in awe at their level of skill?
I’ll be the first to confess that I have been amazed more than once at the body&r&hell…Read More
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Learn how to build muscle and lose fat with body weight exercises and calisthenics.
2022-02-20 13:55
So many bodyweight fitness enthusiasts skip leg day like it was the plague.
After all, you hide them under your jeans, right? Who needs to work them out? Haha! Legs are obviously just as imp… Read More
2022-02-20 12:16
There are a tendency among beginner and aspiring calisthenics trainees to skip bodyweight leg exercises completely and focus exclusively on achieving upper body strength feats.
I used t… Read More
2022-02-11 00:27
If you are a bodyweight exercise freak like me, at some point you have reached a time period where you have plateaued and wondered if bodyweight exercises were really the best way to develop… Read More
2022-02-09 18:47
The Spider crawl exercise is one of the best bodyweight exercises you can do because it works the entire body in a way like no other exercise.
This is absolutely one of my favorites to shred… Read More
2022-02-08 13:00
“It is better to live one day like a lion, than a thousand days as a lamb.” – Roman proverb
As a child, my mom and I would argue about the above saying.
The argument would… Read More
2022-02-08 12:54
In this article, you’ll learn the pros and cons of calisthenics.
If you have been following SOA for a while then you must be aware that SOA is completely dedicated to bodyweight t… Read More
2022-02-06 15:22
If you’re like me, you do a lot of bodyweight exercises that demand strong grip strength.
Handgrip strength is critical to pushing yourself to your limits during your workout.
I was do… Read More
2021-11-30 12:09
Hope you all had a fantastic Christmas!
We just got back from spending a weekend at the cottage with my wife’s extended family.
There was TONS of food.
I think the reason that New Year… Read More
2021-11-03 11:00
Exercise should always be among your top priorities, but if you find it difficult to set aside time in your daily schedule to take care of your body, this workout is perfect for you. This is… Read More
2021-11-02 22:48
Welcome to the Ultimate 8-Week Calisthenics for Beginners Workout Plan!
What follows is a comprehensive, easy-to-follow calisthenics workout plan targeted specifically for beginners and will… Read More
2021-10-26 16:09
When it comes to health and fitness, there really are no true shortcuts. Oh, plenty of people try to find them, and usually, they’re either ineffective, unhealthy or both.
But the… Read More
2021-10-26 15:13
Welcome to our Push Up Pull Up Challenge! Get ready for an awesome workout that is going to build muscle in all the key parts of your upper body — all with different variations of pus… Read More
2021-10-25 10:11
Hey, hey, hey!
Before I get into today’s workout I have to share with you an INCREDIBLE resource I found. It’s called IronRadio.org and it covers some amazing research on nutriti… Read More
2021-10-24 10:02
Recently, I pulled out my full PVC home gym and thought I’d do a bunch of pull-ups.
Pull-ups are a great way to develop upper body strength, especially in your lats and biceps. Yet did… Read More
2021-10-23 22:22
When you are on the quest of Calisthenics Self-Mastery there is no better place to start than the handstand.
It is a skill that combines strength, body alignment and balance.
If you ha… Read More
2021-08-22 10:31
96… 97… 98… 99… …
BOOM! Crashing to the floor like Superman on Kryptonite.
For weeks, I had prepared for this moment… So you can imagine the disappo… Read More
2021-08-21 05:09
Here are the 100 hardest bodyweight exercises ever on the planet.
They are something to aspire to if you are following the 30-day calisthenics workout plan or have just learned about the pro… Read More
2021-07-23 12:00
Calisthenics exercises help you build strength, lose fat and improve your overall health… without the need for a gym membership. Today, I’d like to share with you one of my fav… Read More
2021-03-03 13:00
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The Warm Up
The Workout
Your Workout
Workout Sheet
Infographics
The Cool Down
Welcome to the toughest 30 days you’… Read More
2021-02-22 11:58
This MMA Workout Program is designed for mixed martial artists and MMA fighters that have been in the sport of a while and are looking to not only get totally shredded before their next fig… Read More
2021-02-02 02:45
Calisthenics workouts have grown tremendously over the last few years. It’s no longer the underground discipline it used to be not too long ago.
As calisthenics rose in popularity, a… Read More
2021-01-30 11:00
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Progress Chart
Your Workout
The Pushups
Pushups are one of the most relied upon exercises to build strength in the upper chest region.
Though if you have been diligent… Read More
2017-08-08 17:04
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Benefits
Week 1 & 2
Week 3 & 4
Week 5 & 6
Week 7 & 8
Welcome to the 8-Week Calisthenics for Seniors Program!
If you’re not familiar with us, we’re A… Read More
2017-07-10 12:00
Before you read any further, make sure to Download Our Most Popular Free Program, the 30 Day Beastmode Plan Workout Sheets Here (FREE)….
Download the Workout Sheets Here… Read More
2017-07-04 17:01
It’s that time of the year! Dump the ice bags in the cooler, fill up those water balloons and lather up the sunscreen — it’s the 4th of July! This is a day for family, fri… Read More
2017-06-26 11:25
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Instructions
Exercises
Modifications
Workout Sheet
This is late Fall in the northern hemisphere and I’m releasing a workout for the abs. It’s crazy, right?
Actually… Read More
2017-06-19 20:58
We’ve previously challenged you to push yourself to your limits with “Death by Push Ups” and “Death by Squats,” and now it’s time for you to kill your co… Read More
2017-06-12 12:00
There are many reasons why you may want to have stronger arms :
Say hello to your neighbor with more fervor
Pet your dog with more passion
Hold more limes
etc
Whatever your reasons are, thi… Read More
2017-06-05 12:00
It’s time to RISE UP for this week’s workout challenge!
Whenever you try to accomplish something difficult, you’re bound to stumble and fall. You will fail. And when you… Read More
2017-05-22 10:31
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Workout Plan
Workout Sheets
*This is a guest post from my good buddy Dennis Heenan, creator of the brand NEW Goal Workouts Program.
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2017-05-15 17:34
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The Workout
Workout Sheets
Let’s start with a question: How long do you think you need to get a solid workout?
30 minutes? 45 minutes? An hour?
Those seem to be the popu… Read More
2017-05-08 18:01
Polish mathematician Stefan Banach once called mathematics “the most beautiful and most powerful creation of the human spirit.” That’s pretty high praise for a subject mos… Read More
2017-05-01 14:26
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E-book
Caloric Deficit
HIIT
Sleep
The summer is rapidly approaching. Pretty soon, you will be on the beach and the time will come for you to remove your shirt. If you’re… Read More
2017-04-20 16:30
Click below to download the workout:
Download the Journey Through Space Workout Sheets Here (FREE)
Have you ever wanted to explore the wonders of the galaxy? Well, who doesn’t? Th… Read More
2017-04-03 12:00
What To Expect From this Plan
Before you read any further, make sure to Download the 30 Day Beastmode Workout Sheets Here (FREE) So you can follow along….
Download the Wor… Read More
2017-03-23 18:49
Before you read any further, make sure to Download Dante’s Inferno Workout Challenge Follow-Along Sheets Here (FREE)….
Download the Workout Sheets Here
Are you… Read More
2017-03-07 11:00
Before you read any further, make sure to Download The 20 Bodyweight Circuits Workout Sheets Here (FREE) So you can follow along….
Download the Workout Sheets Here
j… Read More
2017-03-03 10:30
After launching Isometrics Strength I received a lot of great feedback. One customer named Lee came to me and asked me if I had heard about Towel Isometrics.
I told him I hadn’t but wa… Read More
2017-02-22 13:02
Before you read any further, make sure to Download the “Cash Me Outside” Cardio Workout Follow-Along Sheets Here (FREE)….
Download the Workout Sheets Here… Read More
2017-02-07 20:28
Before you read any further, make sure to Download the 1-hour Pull Up Workout Follow-Along Sheets Here (FREE)….
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The Warm… Read More
2017-01-29 13:38
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The Workout
Your Workout
Workout Sheet
Exercises
Modifications
Welcome to the Horizontal Gains Workout!
We know our readers love a good challenge, so we’ve got a unique a… Read More
2017-01-17 10:33
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The Test
The Rules
Your Workout
Exercises
Your Score
Welcome to the “Death by Push Ups” Test! This challenge is going to work you to complete exhaustion… to… Read More
2017-01-10 18:54
Hi Everyone!
My name is Mike Rao. I am a Muay Thai champion (TBA-SA 2011 B-Class Champion, 2014- USMTO Open Class Silver Medalist and record of 15-6-2 KO) and personal trainer. I am here to… Read More
2017-01-04 20:37
Before you read any further, make sure to Download the Deeper And Stronger Bodyweight Chair Workout Follow-Along Sheets Here (FREE) So you can follow along….
Download… Read More
2016-12-27 13:00
Before you read any further, make sure to Download the 3 Month Bodyweight Extreme Workout Sheets Here (FREE) So you can follow along….
Download the Workout Sheets Here… Read More
2016-12-19 18:33
Today, we’re thrilled to speak with Brian Klepacki, Owner and Head Coach of Optimax Performance Training, and Resident Strength Coach for Critical Bench.
You may know of Brian through… Read More
2016-12-05 21:37
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Sleep
Reward
Sugar
Over training
Sitting
Expectations
So, you’re working out. You’re on what we like to call your “fitness journey” and staying committe… Read More
2016-11-28 20:30
Before you read any further, make sure to Download the 30 Day Testosterone Boosting Challenge daily Log Sheets Here (FREE) So you can follow along….
Download the daily… Read More
2016-11-21 21:33
Before you read any further, make sure to Download the Fibonacci 100 Pushup Challenge Workout Sheets Here (FREE) So you can follow along….
Download the Workout She… Read More
2016-11-14 19:31
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Beastmode
Bodyweight Extreme
UFC
Jump Rope
Beginners
You may have noticed that we have a lot of information available for you here at A Shot of Adrenaline. We’ve got arti… Read More
2016-11-07 21:10
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The Science
The 5 Foods
Your Workout
Junk Food
Alright, you just finished a solid workout. Good for you! You’re covered in sweat, your muscles are totally fatigued, and yo… Read More
2016-10-31 17:57
Before you read any further, make sure to Download the Lower Body Tabata Home Workout Follow-Along Sheets Here (FREE) So you can follow along….
Download the Workout She… Read More
2016-10-24 20:19
Before you read any further, make sure to Download the Top 6 Home Ab Workouts Follow-Along Sheets Here (FREE) So you can follow along….
Download the Workout Sheets Here… Read More
2016-10-18 18:01
Ah, the trusty push up. Whether you’re a fitness master or a moody middle school P.E. student, they’re a staple in the world of exercise. But for all their popularity, are you do… Read More
2016-10-10 16:49
This Article is Sponsored by Henry Tran and Mike Detjen at SixPackAbs.com
I want to show you how to do one of the most impressive physical feats a guy can do, and that’s the human fla… Read More
2016-10-03 15:37
Before you read any further, make sure to Download the Backyard Workout Sheets Here (FREE) So you can follow along….
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The Wa… Read More
2016-10-01 05:09
Its been one year since my family and I moved to California.
When we started this journey we didn’t know a single soul here. It was a leap of faith. A lot has happened since… Read More
2016-09-26 15:13
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The Push Up
The Pull Up
Basic Challenge
Advanced Challenge
Workout Sheets
Welcome to our Push Up / Pull Up Challenge! Get ready for an awesome workout that is going to build mu… Read More
2016-09-19 18:26
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Origin
Benefits
Precautions
The Workout
Are you ready to become an unstoppable force in your favorite sport? Do you want to be the person that sets the bar for all other… Read More
2016-09-11 13:56
Are you ready for some football?!
America’s most popular sport is back, and we couldn’t be more excited. That shouldn’t come as much a surprise, seeing how 64% of American… Read More
2016-09-05 16:44
Imagine watching a football game on TV with your best buds. Your favorite team is trailing in the waning moments of the game and it’s looking more and more grim. Then on the last play… Read More
2016-08-29 21:03
Four minutes is not a lot of time. Really, there’s not much you can do in that span. Sure,
you can forward your coworkers a funny, work-related email. You could watch the hypnotically… Read More
2016-08-15 16:11
Guest Post By Funk Roberts – Certified MMA Conditioning Coach and Metabolic Trainer
With BarStarzz and calisthenics being one of the hottest trends right now in fitness, it should com… Read More
2016-08-08 22:48
Download the 8 Week Calisthenics For Beginners Workout Sheets Here (FREE)
Welcome to the 8-week Bodyweight Beginner Program!
What follows is a comprehensive, easy-to-follow, 8-week… Read More
2016-08-01 21:29
If you’re reading this, it’s likely you’re someone looking for some guidance and direction when it comes to stretching. And let me start by saying, congratulations on getti… Read More
2016-06-29 18:57
It’s always tough working something new into your daily routine. Let’s face it, we’re all plenty busy as it is. Between work, family life, and scrolling through various soc… Read More
2016-06-28 18:51
Push-ups are part of the foundation of calisthenics. They’re essential for building muscle in the upper body, and much safer than using a bench press. If you put a serious focus on yo… Read More
2016-06-24 22:28
As humans, we’re bound to bipedal movement. We move with just two feet, one at a time. And in the animal kingdom, that’s pretty rare. Only humans, birds and (occasionally) apes w… Read More
2016-06-23 18:45
Look, we understand that in the grand scheme of exercise and fitness, calisthenics is a pretty niche market. A lot of people don’t think (as we do) it’s the best way to achieve a… Read More
2016-06-21 22:07
Ah, there’s no time like summer. It’s got it all: ballgames, late nights around a bonfire, and staring at the sun at 8:30 PM with complete disbelief. But as we all know, what to… Read More
2016-06-18 12:00
Nobody likes a sellout. They go against everything we value about integrity and loyalty. So when we catch someone in the act of selling out, we tend to pounce.
Just remember how America took… Read More
2016-06-17 18:40
A few weeks ago, we dove deep into the world of High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) workouts, which are very beneficial (and very tough) circuit training workouts. We got a lot of aweso… Read More
2016-06-15 18:46
The following is a guest post by Al and Danny Kavadlo adapted from the book STREET WORKOUT by the Kavadlo Bros, and is published with permission from Dragon Door Publishing.
Around the turn… Read More
2016-06-14 16:27
As far as holidays go, Flag Day really gets the short end of the stick. Case in point: The fact that today is Flag Day is probably news to you. It’s alright if this is the case; you&rs&hell…Read More
2016-06-08 15:17
There’s nobody quite like your best friend. In a world of billions upon billions of people, if you’re lucky enough to have one (or more), it’s a pretty special bond. They… Read More
2016-06-06 12:00
This week’s workout is all about laying a firm foundation for you whole body to rest on.
Your body is as strong as its foundation.
I want you to be the Empire State of fitness, the Ta… Read More
2016-06-01 12:00
You wake up in the morning totally rested and refreshed. You feel ready for your morning workout.
You do all the necessary stuff to get prepared and now you are about to hit some plyometric… Read More
2016-05-30 12:00
This week’s workout is designed to target as many muscles as possible.
Today we’re not going to leave any muscle behind.
Your body will be so sore after this, you’ll wonde… Read More
2016-05-24 10:00
Last week, A Shot of Adrenaline celebrated a new milestone, where we passed the 10,000 likes mark on Facebook. We’re incredibly humbled that new fans, readers and supporters continue… Read More
2016-05-19 19:01
When considering bodyweight training as an alternative to using heavy weights, a common concern is that there are limitations on lower body exercises. Now to be fair, that is somewhat true… Read More
2016-05-17 12:00
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Chest
Shoulders
Biceps
Triceps
Back
Core
Legs
One of the biggest problems with body weight exercises is that its difficult to make the exercise more challenging. When you use w… Read More
2016-05-16 11:59
This is Friday. How active have you been this week?
If you’ve been moving your body, good. You will move it even more with this workout. If you’ve been inactive, good. You&rsquo&helli…Read More
2016-05-14 13:24
Recently, we covered the basics of High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) and why it’s so awesome. And within that article, we touched very briefly on the topic of Tabata training. A… Read More
2016-05-13 18:44
It’s tough always playing second fiddle. Scottie Pippen had to watch teammate Michael Jordan go down as the greatest basketball player of all time. In the video game world, Luigi was a… Read More
2016-05-12 18:00
According to a statistic that we’re totally making up, but are still certain is accurate, 80% of all videos on YouTube are created strictly for wasting time. Oh they can be highly ent… Read More
2016-05-09 18:57
With summer fast approaching, what better way to get ready for the beach season than getting a set of well defined abs?
Bonus: you’ll be better protected against back pain with a stro… Read More
2016-05-03 12:00
Many of us are tired of the same old sit ups and leg lifts to help sculpt our midsection.
In order to get ripped six pack abs, we need to target them differently.
That is the reason I create… Read More
2016-05-02 11:00
Have you ever fantasized about having abs so strong you could run a truck on them? Well, you probably won’t get there after a single workout, but by the end of this, your abs will be… Read More
2016-04-30 16:31
Remember when you were little, and your parents would try to get you to eat a certain food you didn’t want to eat? The conversation, in some form or another, would go like this:
Parent… Read More
2016-04-29 12:00
This guest post was written by Tyler Bramlett, AKA The Garage Warrior, creator of 0-6 Pack Abs.
Everyone and their mom has heard of the plank, right? Heck, you even see people in the gym tr… Read More
2016-04-28 16:32
Beach season is kind of like tax season: everyone knows when it’s coming, and for months leading up to it, people promise themselves they’re going to be ready for it. But then wh… Read More
2016-04-27 11:00
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What’s a Home Gym?
Top 10 Home Gyms
Why Have One?
DIY
We all know that one of the greatest benefits of calisthenics is that you need little to no equipment to workout.
Ho… Read More
2016-04-26 16:09
When it comes to health and fitness, there really are no true shortcuts. Oh, plenty of people try to find them, and usually they’re either ineffective, unhealthy, or both.
But the trut… Read More
2016-04-25 11:00
Welcome back to our Friday bodyweight workout series.
Today, I have a super challenging leg workout called the 500 Rep Leg Assassin Workout. Most people think that you can’t develop s… Read More
2016-04-23 12:00
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Caution
The Workout
This UFC Workout Program is designed for mixed martial artists and UFC fighters that have been in the sport of awhile and are looking to get total… Read More
2016-04-22 16:19
It’s been a long, strange week for the UFC.
On Tuesday, featherweight champion Conor McGregor, who was scheduled to headline UFC 200 in a few months, tweeted his retirement from out of… Read More
2016-04-21 11:00
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Anatomy
Weight Lifting
eBook
The 45 Exercises
Bodyweight exercises are one of the greatest methods for building strength and definition. You can do them anywhere and the… Read More
2016-04-20 11:31
13 words.
It took 13 words to turn the mixed martial arts world upside-down. And one of them isn’t even really a word.
On Tuesday, UFC featherweight champion and megastar Conor McGrego… Read More
2016-04-19 12:39
There are certain maneuvers in the world of calisthenics that, despite your experience or understanding of bodyweight training, just make you raise your eyebrows and give a silent “who… Read More
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