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Improve Balance and Stability With Bodyweight Drills
Oliver Grant May 8, 2025

Why Balance and Stability Are More Important Than You Think Have you ever stumbled while carrying a bag of shopping or felt wobbly during a workout? You’re not alone. Balance and stability are fundamental to nearly every move you make, whether you’re sprinting, lifting, or simply getting out of bed. Yet, they’re often overlooked in Read More

Advanced Push-Up Variations for Massive Gains
Oliver Grant May 8, 2025

The Power of the Push-Up Push-ups are one of the most iconic bodyweight exercises, and for good reason. They engage multiple muscle groups, from the chest to the shoulders, triceps, and core, and require no equipment. If you want to build big muscle and strength, you should move past regular push-ups. Consider trying advanced variations Read More

Periodisation for Bodyweight Strength Programs: Plan for Long-Term Gains
Oliver Grant May 8, 2025

Have you ever felt like your bodyweight training has hit a wall? You’re showing up and putting in the reps, but somehow, the progress has stalled. It’s frustrating, right? But here’s the thing — it’s not your effort that’s lacking. It’s the plan. Enter bodyweight periodisation — the art and science of structuring your training Read More

Tiny Space Bodyweight Workouts: Stay Fit Without a Gym
Oliver Grant May 7, 2025

Ever felt like your fitness routine gets squeezed out because your living space is, well, squeezed? You’re not alone. Whether you live in a studio flat, share a house, or just don’t fancy sprawling gym equipment taking over your lounge, fitting in a workout can feel like a logistical nightmare. But here’s the good news: Read More

Mastering Planks: More Than a Core Workout
Oliver Grant April 29, 2025

Let’s be honest — when you hear “plank”, you probably think of that shaky, core-burning hold you grit through for 30 seconds (or if you’re brave, maybe a minute). But what if I told you that the humble plank holds (pun intended) far more potential than just being a core workout? Planks are the cornerstone Read More

Lever Moves: Front Lever and Back Lever Basics
Oliver Grant April 17, 2025

Picture yourself suspended in mid-air, body parallel to the ground, holding a pose that looks as though gravity doesn’t apply to you. That’s the beauty of lever moves like the front lever and back lever — ultimate displays of static strength, callisthenics. But these moves aren’t just about showmanship. They require incredible body control, core Read More

Bodyweight Training for Continuous Strength Gains
Oliver Grant April 14, 2025

Why Bodyweight Training Isn’t Just for Beginners Imagine building raw, impressive strength — no gym, no fancy equipment, just you and gravity. Sounds too good to be true? It’s not. Bodyweight training is often unfairly labelled as “entry-level fitness”, but in reality, it can be a lifelong pathway to incredible physical mastery. Whether you’re stuck Read More

Build Athletic Legs With Plyometric Bodyweight Drills
Oliver Grant April 14, 2025

Ever marvelled at the explosive power of a sprinter launching off the blocks or a basketball player soaring for a slam dunk? That kind of athleticism isn’t reserved for elite athletes — it’s something you can cultivate too. The secret? Plyometric bodyweight drills. Plyometrics, often dubbed jump training, aren’t just about jumping higher. They’re about Read More