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August 5, 2025 63 mins

There are a lot of myths about calisthenics which are going to be busted today. I’m joined by STRIQFit a bodyweight training expert, to break down the most common misconceptions holding people back from real progress.

Today you'll learn the 16 harsh truths about calisthenics training, these are things most people get wrong when entering the bodyweight training world. This podcast will teach you how to train smarter for strength, muscle, and skills plus some good banter along the way.

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(0:00) - Calisthenics doesn't build muscle

(2:42) - Bodyweight exercises are just for beginners

(6:48) - You need a full gym

(12:00) - Train to failure always for gains

(20:23) - Calisthenics is safer than lifting weights

(23:58) - Do every progression to learn bodyweight skills

(26:30) - Adding reps is all you need

(28:06) - You should learn every calisthenics skill at once

(30:49) - Lifting weights is bad

(34:20) - You have to start calisthenics young

(39:20) - Everyone skips leg day

(43:00) - Weak core is holding you back

(47:31) - You can workout everyday

(51:49) - The problem with training by feel

(56:55) - Mobility and flexibility doesn't matter

(1:01:00) - Use perfect technique always?

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