TL;DR One of the biggest elements holding someone back from becoming proficient in a handstand is fear.  Learning to safely bail out of an overextended handstand should be one of the first skills that you learn. Master it as early as possible in your handstand journey. Read this article & watch the accompanying videos to fully grasp the round off technique. Be Safe! We spend most of our time on our feet, so naturally, being upside down can induce a lot of fear. Reducing that fear is one of the necessary components in developing balance control. As mentioned in the “3 Tricks T ..read more

TL;DR Use of a wall will greatly increase your confidence, or it can hinder your progress. Advance through progressions that become steadily more difficult.This will increase your awareness, strength and confidence upside down. Follow the instructions in this post and advance through the progressions in the accompanying video. Build Your Handstand Confidence & Leave The Wall Behind You will undoubtedly use the wall as a beginner, but also as an advanced handstand enthusiast. In both of these situations, the wall can be either a beneficial tool or a crippling crutch. How you use it i ..read more

The celebrities that we’ve come to know and love through our favourite TV program have it. That girl we always see running laps and doing push-ups at the park has it. The guy that you often see training so hard his shoulders almost pop out of his shirt? He does, too. Who wouldn’t want the sleek, flexible & well-defined physiques that you see on your feed? In threads? In your favourite movies? Alternatively, maybe the physical aspect that arises from ones dedication to fitness comes second to you, and you’re more interested in learning skills, becoming mobile & mastering your b ..read more

Calisthenics is a type of exercise that uses your own bodyweight as resistance to build strength and muscle. It requires little to no equipment and can be performed almost anywhere, making it a convenient and effective way to stay in shape. Here are 20 calisthenics moves that you can master, starting out with some of the easier moves, and progressing to advanced feats of bodyweight strength. 1. Push-up This classic exercise targets the chest, shoulders, and triceps. To perform a push-up, start in a plank position with your hands shoulder-width apart and your feet together. Keep your core ..read more

Let’s face it, most of us will experience some form of back pain. It can be disruptive, limiting our movement and reducing our sense of well-being. We want to heal lower back pain fast so we can get back to everyday life. If You Are Experiencing Lower Back Pain You Are Not Alone Millions of people suffer from lower back pain, and for many, the pain is chronic and debilitating. While there are several treatments available, including medication, surgery, and physical therapy, many people find that they need to continue using some form of treatment long-term in order to manage their lower ..read more

We went down to take a look at the new Don Lucas Reserve Fitness Park in Cronulla to find out if this could be Sydney’s best outdoor gym. The gym was officially opened on 14th October 2022 by the Sutherland Shire council, who are keen to promote active lifestyles and provide access to parks and outdoor spaces for the community. With a range of equipment at different heights, soft flooring, benches and access to nearby playground, basketball court, walking paths overlooking the sea, plenty of space to sit in groups or kick a ball around there is something for everyone.  What Equipmen ..read more

Calisthenics is growing in popularity and for good reason. Performed well and consistently, calisthenics has the potential to be a life-changer for its participants. We love calisthenics! Here are 12 reasons we’re convinced that you will too ? 1. Calisthenics Never Gets Boring If you’re working on your dead-lift, it doesn’t matter if you’re lifting 20kg or 100kg, you’re still doing the same movement. Calisthenics is different.  In order to progress, we move you to a harder variation of the exercise. This keeps you moving through increasingly difficult exercises and ensures that you ne ..read more

All the essential information you need to know about doing a calisthenics leg workout. BONUS: Check out the free calisthenics leg workout session available for download. This workout has exercises for beginners to advanced levels. Jump to the information you need: Can You Build Legs With Calisthenics? Why Do We Need Compound and Isolation Movement? How Often Should I Train Legs In Calisthenics? Is Push Pull Legs Good In Calisthenics? What Are The Benefits Of Doing Calisthenics Leg Exercises? How Can I Do A Calisthenics Leg Workout With No Equipment? What Are The Hardest Calisthenics Leg Ex ..read more

Handstand are gaining in popularity, thanks in part to the awareness and inspiration provided by social media. It’s not without merit though, there are some really awesome benefits to performing a handstand. Read on to find out why you should start your handstand journey today. 1. Handstands Look Cool! Let’s be honest, if you were to ask most people who handstand why they got into it, the first answer would be because handstands are impressive, they look super cool! If you’re after that perfect shot or video to get a good reaction on Instagram or TikTok, a good handstand tends to do we ..read more

Calisthenics has grown in popularity over the last 10 years, with stronger and stronger feats of strength being achieved. But what exactly is it that causes this improvement in strength, and what can we do to maximise those gains. Calisthenics also has a strong explosive based element to it, especially for those who do calisthenics freestyle. In this in-depth article, I will show you the latest science in why our body reacts the way it does to strength training. I’ll also explain which methods to train, depending on whether your goals are to get into freestyle or simply get as strong as you ..read more