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Guides, tutorials, competition news, and updates from the calisthenics world.
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How to find a calisthenics coach (online or in person)
When to hire a calisthenics coach, what to look for, online vs in person, realistic pricing, and the red flags to avoid.
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Calisthenics competition formats explained
Statics, freestyle, power moves, sets and reps, street lifting: how each calisthenics competition format works, with real events and winners.
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How calisthenics competitions are judged
Who judges, the scoring criteria, how 1v1 battles are decided, and when reps or load replace judges. How calisthenics competitions are actually scored.
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What is a calisthenics competition? A beginner's guide
What a calisthenics competition is, how athletes win, the categories, and where to watch the next ones. A plain-language guide for newcomers.
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Muscle up progression: a realistic 6 to 12-month plan
Strict muscle up in 6 to 12 months. The three pillars to train in parallel, the false grip work, and the drills that build the transition.
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How to structure a calisthenics workout by goal
Statics, sets and reps, street lifting, freestyle: the same 5-block template, four different setups. Plus the beginner path if you start with zero base.
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Front lever progression: how to start from zero
Tuck, advanced tuck, straddle, full. The full front lever progression with honest hold times, prerequisites, and the assistance work that matters.
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Your first pull-up: a realistic step-by-step progression
Can't do a pull-up yet? Here's the realistic progression to your first strict rep, with honest timelines and the exercises that actually work.
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SWUB VIII 2026: what to expect in Alcorcón
A former champion out injured, the reigning champion in his last edition, a new venue. Preview of Street Workout Ultimate Battles VIII.
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Sthenos Xbition IV 2026: what to expect in Lausanne
Sthenos Movement just announced most of the Xbition IV lineup. Here's what the competition is, who's competing, and what the field looks like.
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How long does it take to learn a calisthenics skill?
Planche, front lever, muscle-up, handstand, human flag: no one can honestly give you a number. Here's why, and what actually determines your timeline.
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Calisthenics equipment for beginners: what you actually need
Do you need equipment to start calisthenics? An honest guide to what helps, what to buy first, and what to skip entirely.
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Calisthenics for Beginners: How to Start Today
New to calisthenics? This guide covers your first workout, a weekly routine, common mistakes, and how to keep making progress.
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