by The Sensei | Apr 24, 2012 | Bodyweight Exercises
Leg levers are a great ab exercise that you can do anywhere. Lie with your back on the ground and your legs extended. Keeping your legs straight, lift them 6 inches off of the ground. Slowly raise them to around 18 inches up and then back down to 6 inches. Repeat this...
by The Sensei | Feb 23, 2012 | Bodyweight Exercises
The supine bicycle is a classic ab exercise. It has been around forever primarily because it is so effective. With a few simple movements, you can work your entire core, from abs to obliques. How to do the supine bicycle Lie on your back with your hands behind your...
by The Sensei | Feb 23, 2012 | Bodyweight Exercises
Close grip pull ups are one of the basic pull up variations. The close grip allows supporting muscles in your arms to better help in the pulling movement. This makes close grip pull ups a great bodyweight exercise for beginners and anyone looking to complete a...
by The Sensei | Feb 22, 2012 | Bodyweight Exercises
Commando pull ups are an intermediate pull up variation. They are a fun addition to your workout routine because they require a little athleticism to complete without banging your head. How to do commando pull ups Stand with your body facing the end of the pull up bar...
by The Sensei | Feb 21, 2012 | Bodyweight Exercises
Wide arm pull ups are a great addition to any workout routine. Just find a pull up bar and you’re ready to go. These intermediate level pull ups place a greater emphasis on your lats and traps as opposed to your biceps, making it a great back exercise. How...
by The Sensei | Feb 21, 2012 | Bodyweight Exercises
The chin up is a classic bodyweight exercise for the back and biceps. While similar to the pull up, the different grip (palms in vs. palms out) places a greater emphasis on your biceps and makes it a worthy addition to your workout routine. How to do chin ups Hang...