Exercises

Half squat is an easier version of a standard squat. When I started I thought I was doing squats while I was actually doing half squats. The difference is in the range of motion. In squats, you will be lowering until your thighs are parallel to the ground. In half squats, you never go so…

Want to try something new and exciting that will make you feel like a superhero? Well, have you heard of the Superman Lifts exercise? As the name suggests, this move is inspired by the Man of Steel himself and is designed to target your lower back muscles. Don’t let the name fool you though. It’s…

The head bridge exercise is a more accessible version than the standard bridge. It’s easier to do because of the reduced load on your arms. You will have to balance on your feet, head, and bent arms with your back arched. Because weight is distributed between your arms and your head, it’s easier to do…

Hanging knee raises are great for building your abs and hip flexor strength. You will be hanging from a pull up bar and raising your knees up. Sounds pretty easy. But, there are some nuances to keep an eye on if you want to do it correctly. Hanging knee raises are great for increasing the…

Elbow plank is a beginner skill. You will hold a position similar to a push up with your elbows on the ground instead of your hands. This skill is a part of one arm push up progression. It will help you start your journey to one arm push up. Elbow planks will help you build…

Wrist rotations are great for improving your wrist’s mobility and strength. You will rotate your wrists in a circular motion. You will do forward or backward circles. Wrist rotations will help you build on your wrist function. It will reduce the risk of injury and boost your grip strength. Wrist circles are mostly a part…

Are you tired of the same old ab exercises that leave you feeling bored and unmotivated? Are you ready to take your fitness to the next level and build strong core and powerful arms? Look no further than the tuck front lever. It’s a great skill for transforming your body and pushing your limits. The…

The assisted squat is a leg exercise you do while holding onto a sturdy object. This makes it easier to do than regular squats. The assisted squat will help you boost the strength of your leg muscles. It will work your quads and glutes. This will help you prepare your body for harder skills like…

Knee raises are great for starting your ab and hip flexor development. It’s one of the easiest exercises in a front lever progression. To be clear, it’s lying knee raises. There is also a hanging knee raises version done while hanging from a pull up bar. The hanging version is harder to do. Lying knee…

The sissy squat is an advanced version of the squat. It is definitely not for sissies. However, when you try to do it you may feel like one. Sissy squats will work your quadriceps muscles and your core muscles at the same time. It will require a lot of strength and balance at the same…