Chris and I spoke about the many benefits of calisthenics training. Chris is a mind/body coach who has helps clients improve their strength, mobility and mental wellbeing through simple bodyweight movements.
We discussed how even small changes to your daily movement patterns can lead to benefits that last a lifetime. Calisthenics focuses on natural human movements like pushing, pulling and lifting to promote functional strength. Chris shared studies showing how grip strength in particular can impact mortality risk, underscoring the importance of basic calisthenics training.
Some of the basic equipment needed to get started includes parallettes, gymnastic rings, and a pull-up bar - all affordable options totaling around $150. Chris broke down the fundamental movement patterns like push ups, rows and squats to focus on. His message was to keep things simple and work with what's available to you.
We talked about common excuses that prevent people from exercising and how the fitness industry often promotes unnecessary complexity. Chris explained how illness can be avoided through strengthening your body in small sustainable ways like calisthenics. Most importantly, starting is a matter of shifting your mindset to prioritize movement each day.
Chris shared his own calisthenics journey and how developing physical confidence through simple exercises branched out to impact all parts of his life. He sees men's health and building strength without equipment as important for both physical and mental wellbeing.
Overall it was a great discussion about simplifying your approach to fitness through calisthenics and lifestyle practices like getting quality sleep, stress management, and eating an ancestral diet. With a rule of devoting just 80 minutes per week to exercising, you can start building self-reliance through simple natural movements. I hope you found this discussion as insightful as I did!
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