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Calisthenics

Bodyweight training skills and movements

Skills in Calisthenics

Archer Push-Ups

Build unilateral pushing strength with this advanced variation. Essential preparation for one-arm push-ups and addressing shoulder imbalances.

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2-4 months

Back Lever

A horizontal hold with your back facing the sky, building unique shoulder and bicep strength. Often the first lever skill achieved by practitioners.

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6-12 months

Box Jumps

Develop explosive power with this plyometric exercise. Build jumping ability while learning safe landing mechanics.

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2-4 weeks

Chest-to-Bar Pull-Ups

Elevate your pulling strength with this advanced pull-up variation. Essential preparation for muscle-ups and high pulls.

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2-4 months (after regular pull-ups)

Diamond Push-Ups

Target your triceps with this challenging push-up variation. Build the close-grip strength needed for advanced pressing movements.

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1-2 months

Dips

Build powerful triceps and chest with this fundamental exercise. Essential for muscle-up development and upper body strength.

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1-3 months

Explosive Pull-Ups

Build power with controlled explosive pulling. This dynamic variation develops the speed-strength needed for advanced skills.

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1-2 months (with pull-up foundation)

Freestanding Handstand

Master the art of balancing on your hands without wall support. This foundational inversion builds incredible shoulder strength, core stability, and full-body awareness.

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6-12 months

Front Lever

Achieve a horizontal body position while hanging from a bar or rings. This impressive skill builds incredible pulling strength and core stability.

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1-2 years

Front Support

The foundational hold that underpins pushing, handstands, and full-body tension. Master this before everything else.

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1-2 weeks

Human Flag

The iconic sideways hold that defies gravity. This skill combines pressing and pulling strength with exceptional lateral core stability.

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2-3 years

Muscle-Up

The ultimate pulling exercise that combines an explosive pull-up with a dip transition. Master this dynamic movement to showcase true upper body power.

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3-6 months (with prerequisites)

One-Arm Pull-Up

The ultimate test of pulling strength. This elite skill demonstrates exceptional back and arm power achieved through years of training.

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2-5 years

One-Arm Push-Up

Master the ultimate unilateral pushing exercise. This advanced skill demonstrates exceptional strength and stability.

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6-12 months

Planche

The ultimate display of pushing strength, holding your body horizontal while supported only on your hands. This skill represents years of dedicated training.

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2-4 years

Pull-Ups

The king of upper body exercises. Build the pulling strength essential for muscle-ups, levers, and climbing movements.

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2-6 months (first pull-up)

Push-Ups

Master the fundamental pushing pattern. This versatile exercise builds the foundation for handstands, planche, and pressing strength.

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Immediate to 3 months

Rope Climbs

Build incredible upper body strength with this classic exercise. Develops grip, pulling power, and mental toughness.

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2-3 months

Typewriter Pull-Ups

Build unilateral pulling strength with this side-to-side variation. Excellent preparation for one-arm pull-up training.

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2-3 months

Weighted Pull-Ups

Add external load to build exceptional pulling strength. This progression method accelerates development toward advanced skills.

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3-6 months (to significant loads)