Calisthenics Workout Equipment I Use (And Recommend)

[@sidninja9518]

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[@henkviljoen3946]

I agree!

[@samlee2562]

200k June 2020 💁‍♂️🤖

[@PhatChin]

Great suggestions! I also recommend a yoga mat, if you're living in a space with hardwood/laminate - makes ground work a lot more enjoyable and less of a pain in the back! Another suggestion are push-up bars. Find sturdy ones with a comfortable grip that allow you to extend your reps for more of a stretch in the pecs.

[@weshinds9884]

Just got a set of rings and in my opinion, they are the best bang for you buck piece of equipment you can get. You can do all the basics on them (pull ups, dips, push ups, rows) and they are also useful for a lot of other things. I even hang some resistance bands from them and they are great for tricep pushdowns.

[@MattGarcyaDC]

where do you hang them

[@sqd8r]

I didn't buy most of these, but that was because I didn't see this video or know of the channel at the time. I started buying home gym equipment in Jan, for the winter months when I didn't have time or the desire to go out again in the freezing cold. I did buy variations, a dip station etc. and free weights and I have found them more challenging than using machines at the gym, for all the obvious reasons. Love the channel and the advice. No one needs a gym now, or ever, imo.

[@chrisk8376]

I like that ultimate body press dip station because it folds up flat. I'm an OTR truck driver and this is an absolute game changer. This is my favorite channel by far. Thanks Ryan!!

[@vj999999]

Thanks for that video. Actually, yours is one of the best calisthenics channels on YT (and there are countless).

[@MinusTheGym]

vj999999 Thanks! That's a high compliment. Much appreciated :)

[@timlindgren8264]

vj999999 I second that! Your videos are very well made, to the point and not dragged out. Explanations are clear and your delivery is easy going. Thanks for your dedication to helping us all out.

[@TheDAZ1001]

Great video man. Out of all the youtubers doing this I find you the most chill to listen. Keep it up!

[@MinusTheGym]

Daz thank you :)

[@atastyspamwich]

i like "assistance" bands for resistance workouts much more, way more versatile and i never liked the handles

[@darrylkemp3253]

Same.. I've made real progress traininh this way plus all my weight lifting niggles and injuries are now no existent

[@nza1804]

Tbh, both have their advantages and disadvantages. You can stack all the resistance bands together to the same handles.

[@williampetchell824]

yeah i'd have to agree, but I'm not sure theirs any correct name because more often hear them referred to as resistance bands so i think what you call them has more to do with what exercise your doing at the time

[@HMPRODIGY]

Johnny Sins really does it all huh? 😂😂

[@pain5256]

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[@rpmfoto]

I realize this video has been around a long time but it’s new to me. BOSU, BOSU, more BOSU! I use it upside down for a bit of a challenge but the key IMO is using only one leg. Great for stabilizer muscles and balance while doing squats, kicks, lunges, really any exercises.

[@user-ez5ij1pe9h]

This was really good . I have most of these and with the knowledge you just gave me get the ones I don’t have . You just earned a subscriber .

[@Thejoeordinary1]

You are way more into it than me. I’m a bigger guy...about 210-220 at any given time. Shade under 6 ft tall. I stick to the basics. pushups, sometimes with push-up bars, chin-ups on the Iron Gym, high rep bw squats. Switch out pushups for dips and chins for bw rows for variety. Squats are a staple. Do use “the wheel” on occasion.

[@Tappygillmore]

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[@abdihakimahmed3189]

I am relatively new to your channel and I have to say the work you do is amazing. Thanks for all the great videos you post. You deserve far more subscribers, it is only a matter of time before your popularity increases.

[@MinusTheGym]

Abdihakim Ahmed Thanks man :) Comments like this one are what keep me going

[@alrivers2297]

I use my bosu ball for improving my balance. I'll stand on it with one leg and stick my other leg up and out in different directions.

[@daviddebergh254]

Have a pull up bar that’s drilled into the wall. Now I’m looking to expand my equipment like dip bars and gymnastic rings.

[@addj7093]

The ultimate body press is the best dip station by far 👍🏻 so easy to store and excellent quality

[@surajbhan4839]

You look like Jonny sins But you are good thank for tips

[@earlj.d.6285]

Both give different kinds of “tips” 🤔

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[@baishya775]

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[@capedbaldy6404]

Ok we get it

[@christineritchie8014]

Unfortunately, everything you’ve recommended are not available. Guessing the pandemic is to blame. Nice videos and I’m trying to equipment to get started on.

[@Fahad-369]

Just get a weight vest, Gymnastic Rings, Dip station and Push up bars. Is all you need.

[@vfauni5764]

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[@halopearls]

Ou! Thanks for the video. You inspired me to get in calisthenics with your other videos. I'm going to get a pull up bar, gymnastics rings, ab roller and resistance bands. The dip I can try with the gymnastic rings so I wouldnt need more equipment such as the dip station. I don't have a big home. Again thanks for the video!

[@victorvasquez527]

One more subscriber here. Just started to watch your videos. First person to actually explain how to reach advance level by learning basics.

[@JuanRamirez-jm9bp]

Thanks for the tips!

[@Barni75]

Thanks a lot for all the really useful stuff. And the way you pass it on . Greece loves you 👍👍

[@heathercurtis220]

Thank you soo much for making this video! I was actually wondering about what equipment you use regularly and would recommend just a few days ago. This video is timely. Love your vids. Thanks again. Subbed for life.

[@MinusTheGym]

Heather Curtis Wow! Talk about good timing. And thanks for the sub. I'm glad you found my channel :)

[@kataotr3816]

Many thanks as always 😷🤙🙏

[@SuperParatech]

Again - excellent video and advice. I just need to get going now that I found your videos

[@mrdg]

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[@97yawnac]

Stability ball can double as a computer chair! I don't sit at the computer as much and that counts as exercise!!

[@trevorelrod5142]

Couldn't help but notice the Porcupine Tree album in the background. Good taste. ;)

[@MonkeyBarsEveryday]

Gymnastics rings are the absolute best bang for the buck

[@jrufus11]

Bosu ball is so underrated for a full body workout, if I want a quick 15 minute full body workout the bosu ball is my go to, you can get apps filled with exercises to get familiar with the different exercises, I just follow the app on a timer while it flips through the exercises

[@PakYanaNi]

hey im broke AF but your video convinced me to buy a gymnastic ring

[@OGFreedom1776]

The bosu ball is good for beginners that aren’t ready for the stability challenge of the rings it’s a happy medium if you flip it upside down. You could also add it with the rings for pushups feet on the bosu and hands on the rings

[@JurajTOMKA]

Hi Ryan, thanks for your video, I'm agree with you but rings can do the most. Rings substitute dip stations, ball, ab wheel. I'm looking forward to another video...

[@MinusTheGym]

Juraj TOMKA yes, I totally agree. Rings are so versatile. And you can get creative with them and do all sorts of exercises. Maybe I should make a video about that 🤔

[@mr.potatohead6138]

Yeah, rings conquer all!🤙

[@adriantewee]

Hi, what color of resistance bands do you most reccomend? Purple and black ? Thankyou for the feedback!

[@liftedsafe0183]

Plz make a tutorial on the planche lean and how to progress it. Plx

[@MinusTheGym]

Lifted Safe01 thanks for the idea :) Added to the list.

[@Drunk-Mosquitos]

I know I am late to the party - just found the channel. You said you don't recommend the bosu ball, but I would like to make a recommendation for it. They are great for stability, specifically squats if you flip it over and stand on the flat side. It was a recommended exercise by a physical therapist when I had severe knee pain (won't bore people with the details). The balancing adds a nice challenge to body weight squats as well, teaching even pressure between each leg as well as heel to toe. Love the videos! Keep up the good work and great content!

[@MinusTheGym]

Darin Overturf thanks for the insight into the BOSU benefits. I admit, I haven't given it the time or attention it deserves. It sounds pretty handy, though, so I'll have to start using it more 👍

[@Rubbersidedown2020]

thanks for the info you have made it easy to understand and made me want to workout again.

[@Bunnykisses1000]

Try doing some single leg deadlifts using like a 22kg kettlebell on the bosu, flat side up! ...or a parter toss each standing on the bosu and toss a med ball or slam ball between each of you! .. Also missed a few good ones...like the jumprope, powerblocks, and an adjustable step up bench!

[@MouradMourad1000]

really awesome. I have almost same equipment as I started to move to body weight training. Thanks for video.

[@battlefox8460]

Awesome video, now i know what to get to workout at home with. Thank you

[@dmfaccount1272]

just found this channel! Hope your still making videos, I'm just starting calisthenics to help with my martial arts training.

[@junaidahmedkhan6631]

Love your videos

[@jakehayes1345]

Thanks so much for all these links! This is a ton of help.. great vids man thnx

[@relarras]

Thank you for such great content!

[@MinusTheGym]

Reli Arras thanks! I'm glad you like it :)

[@gregthompson9434]

My apartment is starting to look the same way 😁

[@ando5899]

How do you feel about a power tower as an all rounder piece of equipment for calisthenics?

[@alexisdvt]

Thank you Minus, your videos inspired me to start doing exercises and adopt a vegetarian lifestyle I’m still trying but please keep posting videos about it, greetings from Costa Rica

[@MinusTheGym]

Alexis David Villegas Torres Awesome! Thanks for letting me know my videos are inspiring and helpful to you. Comments like this keep me going 💪😊

[@chaosapiant]

Dude you gotta finish moving into your home! Also, fantastic video!

[@amgoo12]

So, no weight vest? Would you recommend one?

[@berritandersen288]

Thank you for this informative video!

[@jones9309]

Another great video and I just started watching. This is going to be a good year.

[@leonkinss]

it's a bit weird, minus gym, but you actually have a dedicated room and lots of equipment. so this is actually a gym. anyway, thanks for your content and sharing!

[@fortgreeneprojects1]

Nice equipment. You didn't mention any Indian Club or kettle Bells. After watching this video you make me wanna invest more equipment for sure. I bought a few things from Origin USA. They have some nice leather Burden Kettle bell and nice well built Indian Clubs. Peace and love and the community here...

[@tomoffinland74]

Do you have any thoughts on using gloves to help with grip and prevent callouses and pain?

[@MinusTheGym]

Tom C yes, I personally recommend gloves, specifically for those who’ll be spending an hour or more a day on bars at a calisthenics park. It might not be the same if you’re just using home equipment because that will often have foam grips, but when I was going “all in” on outdoor equipment I had horrible calluses and they’d often tear and create painful wounds. Wearing a nice pair of workout gloves with the finger tips open was perfect for me to get around that.

[@JitinMisra]

Thanks Johnny

[@missMjmP]

Is his pull up bar not screw in the wall? I’m too scared to attach anything to mine and s.o. Doesn’t want holes in the wall.

[@runswimplayball]

But the bosu ball upside down and do one handed pushups or 1 legged pistol squats.

[@MinusTheGym]

Thanks! Sounds really challenging :)

[@shannonfbc1]

I need to convince my husband to build a pull-up bar and some parallels in the yard get me out if the basement lol

[@pgrothschild]

They're 12 inches long, they're really big and I like that... Sorry bro, just had too.. Brilliant video and will be taking on board a lot of your advice! Thankyou!

[@MinusTheGym]

pgrothschild 😂 I didn't even catch that during editing

[@ant7936]

Very useful. Thanks.

[@vertigohan]

What ate the dimensions of the dip bar?

[@dennyr989]

Stability balls are good for gaining back flexibility by doing back stretches

[@vertigohan]

Can you use rings with dip bars? Or is it not safety?

[@b_arni8235]

Nice video. I recommend to buy some dip belt and weights. If someone workout only at home this is great solution to make pull ups and dips harder. Greetings from Poland :)

[@MinusTheGym]

b_arni thanks for the advice. I do use a backpack and put weight in it for building strength on the basics, but the dip belt is a great idea :)

[@Andrew7244]

Squats and push up with upper extremities on the Bosu? Great video

[@luca_sbll]

The video I suggested! Thank you!

[@carlosenafricasud]

For pull up bar, not everybody has that kind of frame on their doors. Another solution?

[@MinusTheGym]

Free standing bars like the BaseBar are good, or you can get an I-beam mounted bar if you have I-beams in your garage or basement. You can also build an anchored pull up bar in your yard if you have a property with a yard, but that requires the most time and money to do.

[@Xyecor]

love the circuit but why no dips?

[@chancedaman9634]

I feel if you have rings you don’t need a dip station or pull-up bar but they would still be useful

[@billydbrown]

How stable are those dip bars?

[@johnf4659]

anyone recommend a good dip station available in the UK?

[@ak9owner]

Thanks it was helpful

[@Token_Designs]

So I turn 49 this month, what I was wondering if this is something I could realistically work up to? What would you recommend doing to start out?

[@MinusTheGym]

To start out, you could just do floor exercises: push ups, squat thrusts, straight bridge, various functional exercises, etc. Then once you’ve built a solid foundation, a pull up bar and parallel bars are good investment. If you want to see an example, check out the Square One program in my app: trybe.app.link/minusthegym

[@Token_Designs]

@@MinusTheGym Thanks, I’ll check it out.

[@LuisZurita41]

Would you be able to do an inverted hang with that dip bar? I’m afraid it won’t be stable if done.

[@sillychinas]

You can do pretty much anything with rings and a tree

[@amybellefleur1364]

BOSU BALL... if you get a second one and put them side to side, I like to jump from one to the other on one leg (like skiing) for extra leg exercises, cardio and balance

[@MinusTheGym]

Amy Bee thanks, that sounds like a fun challenge and great leg exercise :) I'll have to try that once I get my hands on a second BOSU.

[@vexacron]

great video, thanks; don't you also use a weight vest?

[@MinusTheGym]

Stolidus yes, but I bought the vest right after making this video. Before then I was using a backpack and adding weight to it.

[@jasonhollis1254]

Those assistance bands are definitely resistance bands you can use them to train with. Just look up James grage on KZbin he does everything with them.

[@edgsdsag]

Excelente! what brand of resistance bands do you recommend?

[@kimberleedirkson7120]

Hey! Could we see an ab wheel progression video? I can roll out slowly but retracting is still beyond my capabilities... Cheers!

[@AquaLady153]

How about now?

[@SG483]

What if I have horrible wrists damage? What do you recommend? I've had multiple surgeries and that push-up position is impossible for me to achieve. I'm fat and a heart attack surviver with 4 stent implants. I have two little kids I'd like to see graduate grad, middle and high school at least... although college and a wedding would be great to see too. Anyways please help. I respect and believe what you are preaching brother.

[@MinusTheGym]

SG483 this probably isn't the answer you're expecting from me, but I really do want to help. Since you've had serious heart problems and you're clearly concerned with your longevity and want to see your kids grow up, I HIGHLY recommend the book Prevent and Reverse Heart Disease by Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn Jr., MD. I got my copy on amazon: amzn.to/2PWfYOW . In that book, Esselstyn explains a diet he uses in his practice that has been proven to reverse heart disease. He's shown this with before/after angiograms, plus the sheer number of patients he's worked with that have seen success are a good testimony to the diet as well. They were basically sent home to die by their cardiologists, but then were deferred to Esselstyn and he was able to keep them alive and well for DECADES using the diet he recommends. My recommendation to you is to get that book and read it cover to cover. The information it contains is astounding. You'll learn that exercise comes second to proper nutrition, especially once chronic disease has set in. Implement the diet it teaches because it will help you lose weight while truly restoring your cardiovascular health. It will help you be truly healthy (internally) instead of relying on surgeries and pills. Light exercise like daily walking is a good thing during the process, but work with your doctor to make sure you have his/her blessing. As your cardiovascular health improves, you can start increasing the intensity of your exercise with the calisthenics exercises I show on my channel. My beginner routine would be a good start at that point, but start off with the 1st progression of each exercise and rest as needed between exercises. Please, do NOT start my beginner routine if you don't read the book I recommend first. Proper nutrition for your cardiovascular system is #1 priority before exercise. The idea is: restore your health with nutrition, then amplify that good health with exercise later. Regarding the wrists, if you still have pain after losing weight, which it sounds like you might due to all the surgeries, you can try using push-up grips or parallettes. The neutral grip puts a lot less strain on the wrist in comparison to a prone grip (palms flat on the floor). Best of luck to you.

[@SG483]

@@MinusTheGym Thank you so much for the reply and recommendation. I'm ordering the book now. Appreciate you brother!

[@twopointfourkids8382]

I noticed you had some straps attached to the gymnastic rings when you did Australian pullups. What are they called and where do I get some?

[@MinusTheGym]

Two Point Four Kids the straps and buckles come included with the rings. At least they are with the pair I got: amzn.to/2Bi69RO The straps are perfect to wrap around a sturdy pull-up bar to suspend the rings. I've also heard of people hanging them from an i-beam with a couple heavy bag hangers and carabiners.

[@leoawgowhat9392]

The yoga ball really changes the game for pushups 😜we can do ten with our feet on one and hands on another 😝 still trying to get the handstand on it but it's very very difficult and kinda dangerous

[@neiloppa2620]

Can you put paralletes on chairs and use them as dip bars?

[@MinusTheGym]

I suppose you could... but it wouldn’t necessarily be safe 🤔

[@kylievereen7405]

Minus the gym how often are you suppose to deload for and is it necessary?

[@MinusTheGym]

Kylie Vereen yes, it's very necessary to give your body a break with a deloading phase now and then. You'll avoid or at least reduce plateaus that way. I explain it quite a bit in this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nmSmkqqqrpJqgpo

[@shackleton72]

Awsome stuff - what about the bands you use on the rings indoors, do you have the name of that provider- great tuition 👍

[@EgorOvcharenko]

How come you have so few subscribers? An excellent channel!

[@MinusTheGym]

Егор Овчаренко Thank you! I was stuck at

[@EgorOvcharenko]

@@MinusTheGym one thing i noticed is that at least some of your videos don't have that screen at the end (10-20 seconds) where you can subscribe to the channel that other channels seem to have. Might be a good idea to include it.

[@shayday1]

Hi Ryan, I have been shopping around for a dip station to use specifically for bodyweight rows and to begin learning the front lever using your tips from the video on 3 skills all beginners should learn. I was wondering what your opinion is on the style of dip station you use versus the style that appears to be two very tall parallettes? Lebert is probably the most advertised brand of that style.

[@MinusTheGym]

Shay Daylami I actually really like the "two very tall parallettes" version of dip bars. I'm contemplating getting the Frank Medrano signature Lebert Equalizers (amzn.to/2EiMPFO). You can do additional exercises on them, like straight bar dips. The reason why I have and recommend the Ultimate Body Press is because it's easily collapsible. Being able to hide it easily was a huge factor for me in my old house. Now I have the space, though.

[@timshel011]

Buy yourself some gymnastics rings instead.

[@shayday1]

@@timshel011 Rings are definitely on my list but I needed a free-standing option in my current apartment. I'm super pleased with the lebert knockoffs I got

[@taymaz69]

Can you tell me how long are you doing calisthenics? why don't you have a shredded body like other calisthenics athletes?

[@MinusTheGym]

Tay Maz I'm honestly not sure how long it's been 🤔 At least two years now. Maybe 2.5 And I'm actually not a calisthenics *athlete.* I have absolutely no intention on competing in calisthenics. I'm a software engineer and certified personal trainer who sees the value in using bodyweight exercise to promote health as opposed to fancy equipment at a gym. And I may not be shredded yet, but if you compare my physique now to the first video I uploaded last March, there's definite progress. I'll be shredded soon enough :)

[@alwaysthelight]

You look familiar. Jonny Sins' stunt double!

[@capedbaldy6404]

Yagya Dollie we get it, you dont need to bring it up

[@benjamindavidovichwaals2899]

He's not Johnny sins double. Johnny sins is his double

[@JK-zb3ip]

Great thanks for advice

[@miiiiiiiiiiick]

ah this is frustrating - I could have sworn it was this video where I read someone ask for your views on things like the 'Push Up Elite' tools.. the grips that you spin as you do the push ups, and your reply. I was thinking of buying some and have spent 30 minutes or more searching for your reply!

[@Skinblade]

Hey Ryan, what's the height of that dip bar? Is it suitable for guys 6ft and up?

[@Skinblade]

nvm, saw the answer in the link :)

[@ichigo48rukirenji60]

Hey man I've started calisthenics a push pull legs routine. I'm working on 3 sets of 8-12 reps can't even perform 8 reps yet not even in the first set. I'm also reaching failure without becoming really sore. Like I don't feel sore right after doing my push workout even though I reach failure am I doing something wrong?

[@MinusTheGym]

Ichigo48 Rukirenji soreness actually doesn't happen right after doing your workout. After a really good workout, something that pushes you over your limits, you'll become sore the following day. This is called DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness). So give it a day and see if any soreness kicks in. Also, don't be too concerned with how sore you get, focus more on building strength. You said you can't perform 8 reps yet. Well, let's say you get 6 reps on dips today. Then next time you do a push workout, try to get 7 or 8 dips (increase the max reps). As long as your strength goes up, you're making progress. And possibly increase the sets too. If 3 doesn't seem to cut it for you, you might need 4 or 5 sets per exercise. I personally find 4 to be optimal for me. And when learning new skills I'll often do 5 or 6 sets on a single progression.

[@DSPNWtoCali]

This answer my questions from your last video. Will pick up a couple of items with you links. 🤙👍

[@awesomeankit]

Hey i would love to see a full exercise video in action.

[@someoneisasking8330]

I'll just use the chair and a paralletes for dips.

[@adymishu]

Hello, very nice videos, I've learned a lot from you. But there still so many routines out there, I don't know what to start with. What's your opinion on THENX?

[@MinusTheGym]

adymishu thanks! I agree there are a lot of programs to choose from. I haven't used THENX before so can't comment on it, but I did use Barstarzz BTX and made a review video about it, in case it helps. Also, my video titled "Beginner Calisthenics Workout At Home (Full Routine)" has been used successfully by many, including myself, so check that out if you haven't yet.

[@adymishu]

@@MinusTheGym Thank you for the quick reply. I'll watch your video and then check the Barstarzz BTX. Have a nice day and keep up the good work :)

[@kegwg1830]

Do you recommend on going to a gymnastics gym or a calisthenics park? Cuz I don’t know whether there is one near me and I don’t know if I really want to train with people until I’m more advanced .. Can you get more than intermediate at home?

[@MinusTheGym]

Keg Wg you don't need to go to a calisthenics park or gymnasium. I mean, that's awesome if you can, but it's not necessary. You can learn whatever you want at home. There's no limit. For example, I wanted to learn the bar muscle up but I didn't have a bar I could get above and no parks close to my home, so I built my own in-ground pull up bar in my backyard (cemented into the ground). Where there's a will, there's a way. You can learn handstand, handstand pushups, one arm handstand, back bridge, elbow lever, L-sit, V-sit, manna, planche... all those kills require no equipment. So while gyms/parks are nice, they're not necessary.