EVERYTHING You Need (For Health, Fitness, and Aesthetics)

[@charliedillon1400]

Pull ups, push ups, squats, lunges, planks. I do these daily, I'm 54 and ripped. Not big, but defined. It's all about consistency.

[@Kboges]

YES! That's exactly it, Charlie. Simple and effective. Do it for life and it pays off. Keep it up, brother!

[@robertosadan4674]

Hi, what is your workout routine?

[@JC-tg5xx]

Do you work on different variations or the same?

[@sitchoazdown]

how long you've been doing it?

[@arunk2710]

That's exactly what I wanted to hear. Consistency. I stopped working out a year ago. I became so fat that I can't even do 15 pushups in a row. A year ago, I was able to do 30+ slow pushups with proper form. I often think about what my body would look like if I had worked out for atleast 30 minutes a day and it makes me very sad that I became too lazy. I realized that there's no point in worrying. So, 2 weeks ago, I started working out again. Like you, I don't want to be big. I want to be lighter, stronger and faster.

[@-Wally-West-]

i think that not being dogmatic is the most important thing, if someone wants extra variety in their training more power to them, if someone wants to train the bare minimum good for them. recognizing that different people have different goals, different training modalities they enjoy, and different levels of access to equipment is something the fitness industry is in desparte need of realizing

[@Kboges]

100%! Well said!

[@JudgeMental1337]

That right here is THE comment everybody needs to read AND to reflect on. I started calisthenics in the beginning of 2020 and realized I lost a good amount of size and got fatter with Fullbody Training. (I only did FB training on the first 3 months of my weightlifting career) - I read so many science papers, watched so many science Bro Lifters and lost literally everything. The only thing you should listen to is your intuition, your body and your mind.

[@wesleyangel777]

Yep. Trial and error usually helps to find what works best. Like the legend Bruce Lee said (paraphrasing) take what works and discard the rest. He constantly tried new things and changed things with a hybrid approach to training. Now, none of us need to be that extreme, but he proved anything was possible with his mixed modalities.

[@Kboges]

@@JohnDoe-jy9uh I have wood in my garage and metal outside. Wood feels the best but the metal holds up to the elements way better.

[@vg1538]

​@@Kboges which weighted jacket are you using?

[@JohanM942]

Thank you for all your videos, and making them available for free. Your approach is so obtainable compared to hour-long workouts in a gym, with heavy weights. Inspired by you I just go to the park, and do a bodyweight workout on the ground, some dip bars and pullup bars. You're approach to fitness and training has changed the way I think of working out, and I now train much more frequently, and feel much better in my everyday life. Thank you for making working out feel accessible.

[@Kboges]

Jonah! I appreciate that, brother! Thank you for sharing and I'm so happy the content has inspired you! Keep me posted along your fitness journey and never hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!

[@JibbaJabber]

Well said👏

[@paulmckayart3824]

So happy you’re starting to get the recognition and subscriber numbers you deserve. This stuff doesn’t have to be complicated, simplicity is key. If there’s a voice the community needs right now it’s yours. Long may it continue.

[@Kboges]

Wow Paul, I really appreciate that. Super kind of you, brother! Thank you!

[@christopherhazell420]

​@@Kboges great physique! 💪

[@scottk1525]

Love the mellow format of this channel. Not to mention the brevity. Refreshing break from the usual of some gym bro pounding an energy drink and then yelling into the camera for 10 minutes.

[@Kboges]

Hahaha dude I really appreciate that. Thank you!

[@michaeltallsman2740]

I've been following you and your channel for over a year. I have adopted your training philosophy on maintaining a routine of daily physical hygiene. With just push ups, pull exercises, and leg exercises, I feel a lot stronger, healthier, and mentally tougher, especially as a man in his mid-thirties and recognizing that I am getting older and with more time consuming responsibilities. I can squeeze in training in the morning before I tackle a long workday. I have added a weight vest, rings, and a doorway pull up bar to create a home gym of sorts. I still lift weighs occasionally, but enjoy being able to train virtually every day in the comfort of my own home. Thank you, K boges.

[@kamilrekosz7829]

So the basic principle would be 3 sets close to failure x 3 exercises (legs, push, pull) everyday? So 9 sets per workout total?

[@michaeltallsman2740]

@@kamilrekosz7829 It depends, but that's about right. But I do 2 sets of each exercise close to failure each day for a weekly total of 14 hard sets per movement pattern. I did 3 sets each day before and it was too much for me (I felt too beat up). I am going to work my way to 3 sets per movement with time. I think the key is to set a weekly volume target for hard sets (sets taken near failure) and distribute that volume over the course of a week. For example, a goal of 15 hard sets a week but 3 sets (push, pull, legs) each day for 5 days of the week, with Saturday and Sunday off. Or, if starting out, 1 hard set each day of the week for a weekly total of 7 hard sets. From what I've learned from K Boges, we can be flexible with how we distribute the weekly volume of hard sets over the course of week. Also, depending on how frequent you train, it is good to use a few variety of movements so as to avoid overuse injuries. I cycle through a few exercises for each movement type. For push, I do narrow push ups, regular push ups, decline push ups, etc. For pull, chin up, rows. For legs, squats, lunges, deep knee bends.

[@kamilrekosz7829]

@@michaeltallsman2740 thanks!

[@dislikereporter2271]

fucking love your videos, one of my main mentors and motivators atm

[@Kboges]

Thank you, gug!

[@amantinoubliable]

Straight to the point, clear, and essential. Thank yo uagain K boges, you rock.

[@Kboges]

Thank you, my friend! I appreciate the kind feedback!

[@adityasarang5755]

Thank you for creating 3/4 min videos and getting to the point unlike 10/15 min videos to convey a simple message. Cheers 🙏

[@Kboges]

It's my pleasure! Thank you for the support and kind feedback!

[@GymWorkFamily]

This comment is very underrated. Can't tell you how many other fitness videos I've added to "watch later", only to never get around to, and ultimately forgetting to watch it because by the time I had 15 or 20 mins to watch, I chose to do something else. Conversely, with 3 min videos, I'll watch it and then sometimes go on to watch a 2nd or a 3rd of your videos. Excellent content my man, love it. Keep helping people 👏 👏 👏

[@JD-ee4df]

Just wanted to say I really appreciate the content as well as how often you respond to commenters, Kyle.

[@Kboges]

Thanks JD! It’s my pleasure. I love connecting with subscribers! I’m enthusiastic about training so I love hearing about others experience and feedback! Thanks for the support!

[@nzlf337]

I used to buy every equipement I learned about while surfing the internet or youtube thinking acquiring them would help me perform better and build a better physique. I pretty much sold everything back and now only own a doorway pull-up bar which I've found to be everything I really needed (pushups/pullups/squats are my favorite and only performed exercises). Great video KB, greetings from France!

[@Kboges]

I feel you on this! When I was younger I LOVED equipment. In the end, it was always just the basics that made the gains.

[@derekhines1078]

Kyle at it again. So much wisdom and motivation in a small amount of time. If anyone wants to get rid of their fitness ADD and follow one fitness person; Kyle can/should be the person.

[@Kboges]

Derek that's one hell of a compliment! Thank you my friend! Always great hearing your kind feedback! 🙏💪

[@stevenscott2136]

I'm down to Kyle and Calisthenic Movement as the only fitness guys I watch.

[@blueshour]

Hi Kyle, just wanted to write that you've really made me think about how I want to train. I like to take bits and pieces from all "disciplines" - barbells, running, bodyweight. The thing about calisthenics is that it keeps me honest and provides a baseline or standard for the other things I like to do. Cheers for the vids!

[@Kboges]

I love it! Great mindset and outlook, Tom!

[@paulxstone]

Rings are awesome! They're so versatile and can be used for push up exercises in place of parallettes. If training at home you need to be able to hang them so you can get underneath the anchor point which is why a doorway pull up bar is also essential. Great video!

[@Kboges]

Yeah I totally agree! Rogue makes a really great doorway anchor for ring rows that I often take when traveling. You can't do pull ups on it, but for rows it is perfect!

[@BigG627]

Have all 3 and it’s the best thing I’ve seen happen to my gains ever. Especially the weighted vest.

[@Kboges]

Well said!

[@aberwood]

Lol 'circus tricks' is a great way to summarize some variations. You have so many things to focus on you miss out on mind-muscle connection often. The weight vest was a great purchase for me, even when starting out. Great video 👍

[@JoeCool0510]

The fitness industry is at a really interesting transition point right now. Hopefully everyone is less (or becoming less) obsessed with equipment (machines and free weights), less obsessed with looking like a gorilla, and more interested in fitness longevity. Kyle, for weight vests I would be interested in your take on what to look for: range of weights that you believe essential, other aspects like key areas of stitching or other aspects of how it's put together -- basically what to look for to get the best value for your money (these wt. vests are pricey).

[@williamwilson4642]

I’d also like to hear what kind of weight vest you recommend, and weight ranges. Seems to be endless options out there

[@MiguelPerez-hn8bg]

Same here ✋

[@adamd9166]

I just have to say, I really like your video style. Short, to-the-point, and with valuable information. Nice!

[@brokenlevelmusic]

Sick riff, can’t go wrong here between those🔥🤘

[@Kboges]

Thank you, Brokenlevel!

[@andres260]

Started out with a regular pullup-dip station, but as you get further into training these equipment pieces absolutely provide so much impact and versatility. Gotta invest a bit, but it pays off eventually

[@Kboges]

Exactly! It's nice too, because even top notch calisthenics gear is cheaper than squat racks, barbells, and plates!

[@NetraamNav]

Great video. I use rings for pullups, dips, pushups, rows, skin the cat and a sort of deadlift where i hang upside down and then hinge so that my upper body is horizontal but my legs stay vertical. And then back to upside down. That really fires up my entire back and especially the traps.

[@mace4978]

Rings are for sure a go to calisthenics equipement ! But a dips bar is a good of an option too ! I've been using one since december to train both basics and skills and I absolutely love it. As always thanks for the diverse content you put out there Kyle

[@Kboges]

Totally! Especially because you can do rows and other things on them. They are for sure a great tool.

[@Med_Bar]

Thanks Kyle.. another amazing video... !

[@Kboges]

Thank you, Doc!🙏

[@KJVTruthTracker]

My wife bought me a rogue parallette set last year and they are awesome. I use them just about everyday. BTW, great content. God Bless.

[@zsoltthebolt]

Another great video. Keep them coming mate!

[@Kboges]

Thank you, my friend! I appreciate that!🙏

[@MrOdinakos]

I like the idea of "less is more". I would only add a 45° back extension machine to those. Really important for lower back health and hits the posterior chain sufficiently, something that squats alone do not do. Thank you!

[@bobbysturdy8727]

Awesome content as always Kyle. Happy Sunday!

[@Kboges]

Thank you, Bobby!

[@laurencioadriel2273]

Hey Kyle, I really enjoy your content. You rank at the 1% amongst all the youtubers in the industry on my list. With the goal of increasing muscle definition and strength, how important is calorie surplus? A video on this would honestly be great, as I am a student whose diet is honestly on a budget lol. Cheers!

[@Kboges]

Thank you, Laurencio! That is a huge compliment! It's going to depend on the context. So for an overweight beginner, he or she can make great muscular gains even in a calorie deficit. For a lean advanced athlete, a bulk is probably going to be necessary. Think of it like this... the more muscular and trained you are, the harder it is to build muscle, and the more you are going to benefit from a surplus.

[@AnotherMetalFan]

Thank you Kyle for another great opinion on training equipment

[@Kboges]

My pleasure, Hugo! Thanks for the support and the kind feedback!

[@ghou5650]

great information as always, i wish this info was known by everyone

[@Kboges]

Thank you! Me too! I wish basic BW stuff was included in school; like people learn how to build capable and healthy bodies with minimal equipment.

[@ZfromBrooklyn]

Great Video !

[@Kboges]

Thank you, Bank Boy!

[@Karkawry1970]

You are awesome Mr Boges, cutting the bs as per usual! I bet there are still many out there that just can't believe that this simple kit is ALL you need, it is basically a very cheap entry point to a sustainable way of making you live longer and better for you and all the folk you care about, bless ya!

[@Kboges]

Thank you, CWP! Yeah I totally agree. A lot of people will find it hard to believe, but it's true. Most people will never outgrow those pieces of equipment. Things change if you want to be a powerlifter, and oly lifter, or a bodybuilder, but for some shockingly good fitness and aesthetics, you can't really beat these items for the price and accessibility.

[@michaelmelter2271]

Just wanted to say a big thank you! I train completely differently than I used to in the past thanks to you. I wake up in the morning and superset a push and a pull and then rest 7:00 minutes and repeat three times. During the rest periods I get ready for the morning. In the afternoon after work I’ll do a quad focused exercise one day and hamstring focused the next. I do this six days per week and I’ve been so consistent and would have never done something like this apart from stumbling upon your content. Twice a week I’ll do some side lateral raises and once per week I’ll do neck, calves, traps, abs, and forearms one set till failure or rest pause. I’m in the best shape of my life so thanks again! One of the coolest things with the higher rep training is that I don’t really need to warm up because the first few reps are the warm up. God bless.

[@sangueblu5181]

Hi Micheal, what exercises do you do to train neck and traps?

[@michaelmelter2271]

@@sangueblu5181 I have a neck harness and use weights for it and I have adjustable dumbbells that I use for traps. It’s not calisthenics based for those two body parts.

[@freedomfreedom6544]

Just designed and ordered a chin up bar for my RV👍 no more down time on vacation:)

[@Kboges]

That’s the way to do it!!!

[@hussein.khafaji]

Thank for everything that you have done for the fitness community the methods that you share are truly life changing and very beneficial I really appreciate the work and effort that you've done and I'm really proud of you I think that the equipment you've suggested are truly enough maybe resestence bands will be good for some add stimulus or decreasing the difficulty of an exercise or some mobilization work Have a nice day

[@Kboges]

Thank you, Hussain! Yeah I think you are right. Throw in a set of bands and you have the complete package!

[@samvitsaraswati]

Thanks Boges! 🙂

[@Kboges]

My pleasure! Thank you!

[@harithabdulrasoul2673]

If I may add another tool it would be the resistance band, which is very friendly with almost any exercise. It could also help beginners, especially in pull-ups. As always thank you for the quality content you put out. Keep up the good work

[@Kboges]

Spot on! Great addition to the mix!

[@ashb4275]

Resistance bands are great for traveling.

[@adamd9166]

Also excellent for giving a little more focus to those smaller muscles! If you don't feel like chin-ups hit your biceps enough, you can do a few band curls. Nice!

[@harithabdulrasoul2673]

@@adamd9166 yes Adam👏👏, especially if you do a superset combining these two exercises it will definitely give you the pump Stay active my friend 💪

[@AL_FARID_23]

SHORT AND SWEET AND THATS WHY WE KEEP COMING BACK 100%

[@Kboges]

Thank you!!🙏🙏

[@charlesanthony7954]

I have a BGR - bar, grips, rings that is my favorite piece(s) of equipment along with my 40 kg. adjustable kettlebell that I also use for weighted cals. Add in some 12 and 40 inch bands and my imagination and great workouts are the norm.

[@mikedarby5002]

The ground and wall are great for handstand pushups!

[@Kboges]

Absolutely!

[@AlteredState1123]

Great advice!

[@Kboges]

Thanks, Franz!

[@kukusimon1659]

i just hit the like button before even watch the video ...thanks for everything ky

[@Kboges]

Thank you, Kuku! I appreciate that so much!🙏

[@aa-kh9ex]

Great video. Not trying to hawk some products so like to many others. Very refreshing. Good info.

[@Kboges]

Thanks, aa. I appreciate that!

[@oonitae]

Awesome video - I love using dumbbells up on their sides for decline push-ups , get that nice range of motion and no added equipment needed !

[@Kboges]

Totally! That's a great application for people who already have some dumbbells laying around or as part of their current equipment collection.

[@hannesbamelis]

Hi Kyle, you are a big inspiration in my fitness journey and I wanted to thank you. I have been following you for about 2 years and really admire your "fitness" philosophy and way of thinking in general. Since then my interest in muscle-functions, joints etc. has grown and it is very nice to understand how and which muscles work when exercising. These push and pull exercises really hit most if not all muscles of the upper body. But it always feels that we underprioritise leg training. Hip extension and knee extension are extensively covered with squat variations and unilateral movement like lunges. Although it seems that hip flexion and knee flexion are less likely to be explored with calisthenics. I know that L-sits and al sort of ab workouts include some hipflexion but never to it fullest potential (range of motion) and even though nordic curls target the kneeflexors, this movement is very technique demanding. Another question (or thought) I have, is the fact that we modern humans mainly train in the sagittal plain, but hardly in the frontal or axial plain. Especially for core stability and strength, where movement patterns like rotation and lateroflexion or anti-rotation and anti-lateroflexion are underdeveloped. I wanted to know your opinion on these topic and maybe some advice/guiding thoughts, because I think it would be valuable. Especially with great fitness figures like Ben Patrick, Ido Portal and Aaron Horschig who also gave me some great insight on muscle-function and their emphasis on training antagonistic muscles and stability for athletic abilities, but maybe more important for longevity and injury prevention. Thanks again and keep up the good work, best of luck! Hannes

[@realjackofall]

Rings and parallettes are the only equipment I have and I hardly use the parallettes. I agree 100% that rings are unmatched in terms of utility.

[@AdamScottfit]

Great video and tbh, even though I don't do callisthenics, you're not wrong, that equipment will serve most people very well!

[@Kboges]

For sure! Things change if you want to maximize strength, get into body building, Oly lifting, or powerlifting, but for the majority of the population that just wants some really solid fitness and aesthetics, these are affordable and accessible tools that should not be overlooked.

[@thetruthproject9642]

Convincing performance Sir. Appreciate it 🤓

[@Kboges]

Thank you!

[@wesleyangel777]

Pretty much spot on. One can use rings or handles, since they both allow freedom of movement and variability. This means, if you have handles, don't go out and buy rings, both work. Especially, since nowadays, the only difference is the part your gripping on. I will say, the handles are more portable than rings, when traveling, and you don't have to learn false grip for pulling. As for all three products, if money is an issue, they can be made on the cheap. However, if time and skills are factors, a person can use cinder blocks for paralettes, or chairs, or any 2 things of similar height. A backpack, if packed with care, can work. Books wrapped with towels and no sliding inside will work. For the most part, just changing the angle, and/or going slower will make the exercises more intense will do everything needed.

[@budgetlifter]

I took a look at your website and I've seen that the personal consultations and custom programs are sold out...cool to see that you and your training concept are gaining more recognition. High-Frequency basic calisthenics is a great way to train and while I'm currently chasing strength goals that are further away from this style of training (adding weight to my heavy barbell compounds, weighted calisthenics, trying to learn and train the Olympic Lifts, etc.), I would honestly say that once I am older and maybe don't have that much time anymore because of family or job or anything like that, I could definitely see myself switching to this style of training because it's just so much more accessible, promotes and rewards desirable goals such as low body fat, balanced muscular aesthetic physique, work capacity and can be integrated more easily into a busier life (even though my dream still is to own a real legit home gym)

[@kejialabi]

Love your videos

[@Kboges]

I really appreciate that, Keji! 🙏🙏

[@popcornto6032]

Resistance Bands IMO are #3 after a Pull-up Bar and Rings. It makes things accessible, like assisted Pull-ups, and can serve basically as a cable station for isolation movements. Sure, Band Pushdowns/Extensions/Curls/Facepulls/Good Mornings/Leg Curls are not going to make up the majority of your gains in the long-term, but getting in a little bit of isolation exercises can boost your look, and keep your physique and strength balanced.

[@eoghain5021]

Yeah, very helpful addition imo, especially for training side delts which are hard to target with callisthenics alone

[@jamesstramer5186]

Brilliant video!

[@Kboges]

Thanks, James!

[@RealRezzo]

Great stuff Kboges!

[@Kboges]

Thanks, AK!

[@jamiehamilton1757]

I’m really, really coming around to this basic, rep based calisthenics routine based on influence from you and a few others

[@proudmisfit4405]

Loop bands have been a great addition for me as well. Very underrated muscle building tool. Always love the content Kyle. Love from Kenya 🇰🇪

[@Kboges]

Excellent addition! Thank you, Proud Misfit! I appreciate the support!

[@huhhuhhuh4069]

thanks k boges!

[@SharkxBait93]

Pro tip: If you buy rings, make sure you purchase a pair that comes with straps that have markings on them. It is an absolute pain in the ass to adjust them to the same height by eye judgement if they don't have them lmao. Also, a resistance band is super helpful, not only for making some exercises more accessible, but also for warmup.

[@Kboges]

Great suggestion!!

[@YRO.]

You can replace parallets with rings. I like doing both dips and pushups on rings.

[@Kboges]

Great point!

[@erickstotle4285]

Brother you made me laugh we “your head will crash “ i know was meant to be funny but i love it, and it absolutely makes sense. Full range of motion is strengthing while lengthening. Makes for stronger joints, connective tissue and muscles!

[@Kboges]

Hahah glad you found it funny! 😂

[@najeebhaddad7028]

Man you're videos are so helpful. I've said it before and I'll say it again. Please keep making them haha I like calinesthetics because im pretty young for weights but I wanna get a nice build, and you're channel was and is my go to for when i was making my workout regime and when i add to it every day. Thanks man, and ill update you on my progress later on. Have a good one.

[@Kboges]

Thank you, Najeeb! 🙏💪

[@najeebhaddad7028]

​@@KbogesThe dedication you have to reply to everyone is unmatched and really motivating haha

[@Kboges]

@@najeebhaddad7028 Hahaha thanks for noticing! Yeah it's a TON of work, but I love engaging with the people who support the channel.

[@najeebhaddad7028]

@@Kboges Yeah man and that's why people put so much effort into commenting paragraphs because they are long term viewers and will stick with your content. I am one too and I'm excited to see where this channel will go!

[@JibbaJabber]

Buy nice, don't buy twice😉 How about resistance/exercise bands - might help both beginners and advanced? Love this channel, love your work👍

[@Kboges]

Excellent advice! Yeah I think a set of resistance bands would definitely round this out for sure! Great suggestion!

[@Fafazami]

Love ur channel. So compendious

[@Kboges]

Thank you so much, rrai!

[@Fafazami]

@@Kboges mmm wait till u read my other comment before thanking me

[@lucidvoid2528]

I feel like I'm echoing a lot of people here, but I really appreciate your videos, they always seem to come out at the right time and they're always full of knowledge that seriously impacts my training! thanks for continuing to put out such top-notch content, seems like many people (me included) are benefiting from it. I bought a pair of rings a while ago and can confirm it's one of the best purchases I've made, super cheap and I use them almost every workout. I'm interested in getting my hands on some parallettes but it's tricky to know where to start looking since there's quite a lot of variety in size and material. I looked into making my own with pvc pipe, but annoyingly it works out to be way more expensive than just getting some online. If you (or anyone else reading this comment) have any recommendations for inexpensive but good quality parallettes, I'd love to hear them!

[@Kboges]

Thank you LV! I appreciate the feedback so much 🙏 I used homemade pvc pipes for parallettes for years and they were great. Titan has basically a copy of the Rogue ones I using here but at a significantly reduced price.

[@feldgraufox4927]

I use gravity fitness. Pretty good Edit: if you're from the UK they're a great company to buy equipment for working out at home. I've got the majority of their stuff and I can say it works and will last a long time. My pull up mate 2 is way better than their portable pull up bar though, but the gravity fitness one isn't bad either, I can still do everything I need to do.

[@tomblankinship4750]

Great video! I use rings for push-ups the way you’re using paralletes. I also use bands for a couple of things; shoulder shrugs, bicep curls, and side lateral raises (I use a hook screwed into a stud.

[@NinjaChoke]

its amazing how such few simple equipment gives you much more variations in exercising/ also all i need beside equipment is your videos bro 😄

[@Kboges]

Exactly! Tons of variations available with minimal equipment. Than you, brother!

[@MdEmonBiswas-p8k]

Thank you so much for your good teaching🤍

[@Browny84]

It’s not a strictly calisthenics tool, but I would add a medium sized 16-20kg) kettlebell to the list, simply because they are so versatile and can really help that posterior chain. But otherwise, I completely agree with your list.

[@vasheldiablo507]

Resistance bands are key for performing more difficult exercises before your own strength is adequate for them, letting you practice.

[@Kboges]

Great point! They would make an excellent addition.

[@vhmartinez]

Great point on the parallettes, I struggle with decline push ups exactly because what you said, range of motion is somewhat limited. Thanks

[@Kboges]

Yeah it makes that move one of the best pushing exercises, in my opinion.

[@juanvallejo6334]

toughts about kettlebells

[@Kboges]

Definitely useful tools and awesome for a blend of strength and conditioning! My love is BW stuff, but kettlebells are rad.

[@markobendurski9840]

Hey Kyle, loving the content, keep it up. What kind of weight vest do you use/recommend? Is there a brand, which you would recommend? Are there factors to consider such as size, capacity or loading methods, which might interfere with ROM. Looking for something do help me load primarily Dips and Pull ups. Thank you for being a cool guy for the Calisthenics community

[@hydesheik1080]

I also would like to know

[@wickedfreestyle102]

So simple but so genius in my opinion 🦇

[@Kboges]

Thanks so much, Rocky! I appreciate that very much!🙏💪

[@ChristopherBrian24]

This channel has motivated me to start calisthenics. Today was day 1 with some push-ups, bench dips and air squats at home. It was a lot more tiring than I thought. Tomorrow I will go to the gym so I can use the pull-up bar and pull-up assist machine. I’m really looking forward to incorporating calisthenics into my overall workout routine. What country is this, btw? Somewhere in Southeast Asia?

[@folksurvival]

He's in California. San Diego I think.

[@mihirhirave703]

Please make a video on your food recipes

[@Kboges]

It’s on the list! Thank you for the suggestion!🙏🙏

[@davideivone6341]

Maturing in training is to realize that the body only sees the stress imposed to it, regardless if it comes from an external weight increase or the inclination of a push up. I see tons of people going crazy about wether is better to go to the gym or doing calisthenics, while the reality is: as long as you train with diligence and effort you will have an hypertrophic response. The point is that there's no better way to train as an absolute, but there's sure a better way to train for your context and situation. Maybe you have the possibility to train into a well equipped gym or maybe you are on deployment and the only thing you have is calisthenics equipment, the point is: do what you can with what you have as long as you are consistent gains in strength, fitness and hypertrophy will follow.

[@Kboges]

Well said! I couldn't agree more. What matters most is that you enjoy what you are doing, and you stay consistent.

[@dhanter]

I bought the dip bars at the beggining of the pandemic. Best investment I ever made. Can't have a pull up bar or rings at home, so I figured this is the next best thing. Use them almost daily

[@himalayantongue]

I don't know your situation obviously, but surely there's gotta be some way you can do pullups at home? There's all kinds of equipment designed for sticking onto doorframes and stuff.

[@ashb4275]

Skipping ropes are great and cheap for convenient at home cardio too.

[@Kboges]

100% yes!

[@aklc2872]

Thanks for the content as always, coach! I remember you saying you practice martial arts and I gotta say, your approach has been so much more beneficial to my BJJ than the vaguely "powerbuilding" type training that has arbitrarily become the "default" mode espoused throughout the fitness space. If you don't mind sharing, what martial arts do you train nowadays?

[@kyleallor8136]

Have all these but the box! Just need to establish more of a routine.. that's where I struggle with most!

[@Kboges]

Make it simple! Simpler than you think. Make it so simple you have no excuse not to do it. Even if it is a single set per day. You can always build up over time, but establish the habit first.

[@kyleallor8136]

@@Kboges Thank you! I do tend to overthink a workout way too much

[@ArneMaltzan]

Don´t know if this has already been mentioned: I recently bought a sandbag (25kg) and find it very useful for making squats and lunges a little harder (or even a lot!). it is a bit more handy than a weightvest which you might not need for all of the other exercises. otherwise I totally agree: keep it simple! thanks again for the input!

[@tedenberg11]

Any tips for rehabbing a c3-c4, c5-c6 neck disc replacement? Specific workouts that may help strengthen the area? You da man.

[@luisfeliu9083]

Hey Boges, thank you for the equipment suggestions, btw what kind of parallettes are you using in this video? I would like to buy one myself. I enjoy your content, you really nail it down to the science. Keep up the good work!

[@stevenscott2136]

I'd add stairs and a push-it-yourself lawnmower. Great for legs and cardio, and you save a fortune over buying a ride-on mower.

[@siddharthc.552]

👉🏻 Can I start with squats and paused pushups early in the morning directly after waking up without warmup or shall I drink glass of water, rest, warmup and then start rigours calisthenics at around 7am?? Cause I don’t see any of your videos warming up and sometimes we want to just get started,as you directly start with workout, or thus our body adopts to it.

[@lloydirving6209]

wow your backyard has an insane view

[@Kboges]

Thanks, Lloyd! I got really lucky with this spot. It looks like it's in a jungle, but it's in the middle of neighborhood; San Diego has lots of these types of canyons that grow palms in them. If you are lucky enough to get a spot that overlooks them, they are very scenic!

[@xy3364]

I am doing workouts with bodyweight for long time and its give me more benefits then working out with weights maybe its becouse Im getting older but its keep me in shape thank You K for this video and all Your work You have done to make our workouts better thanks💪👍

[@Kboges]

Good to hear, X Y! Keep up the training and keep me posted on your progress. Thank you for sharing your experience!

[@xy3364]

@@Kboges I will for now I doing pull up unlocked and rehab after broken ankle so its beginng of my journey to full recovery stay strong stay healthy💪👍

[@Kboges]

@@xy3364 Good luck t you, and keep me posted on your recovery process. Next time I hear from you, I want to hear everything is going well! 💪💪

[@marcchrys]

Second all your suggestions. I also would add a couple of resistance bands. Also don't forget hand-eye coordination..I love simply throwing a tennis ball against a wall and catching it. At home (I hate gyms!) I have quite a lot of equipment..bought and home-made (weighted basketballs, ab wheel platforms on castors, Bulgarian training bag made from sand filled tyre). Currently I'm using an old rusty barbell (just the bar) as a surrogate steel mace...I'm really finding the movement patterns (e.g. swings) are beneficial for grip and functional strength.

[@Kboges]

Great additions!

[@Baykirk]

Can you do a video about the correct way of warming up? I think many people skip it and do not know the importance of warming up.

[@djj3357]

Always the best way to start the week with a tutorial from you... Awesome stuff Kyle! with your encouragement, i do own each item mentioned in my arsenal. Crazy thing is, i purchased wooden/steel parallettes yesterday. i considered the narrow handle on my steel pair to be the cause of my inflamed wrist what is your stance on wrist wraps as well as straps? Appreciate you tremendously!

[@djj3357]

just saw the rogue parallettes you linked for someone. They look very sturdy. going to reconsider my purchase. the rogue is not quite as expensive, but very well constructed!

[@Kboges]

djj! sounds like you've got everything you need! Yeah the narrow handles is an interesting point. It definetly could be a contributing factor. Wraps might be worth a try. I went through a phase several years ago where I HAD to lift with wraps because my wrists were so sore constantly. I used them while I needed them and then weened myself off of them just so I could strengthen that weakness.

[@Kboges]

They are really sturdy. What you got is probably fine, but I love the way these feel. I was using some homemade PVC ones before them.

[@djj3357]

You're awesome Kyle Boges! You have the foresight to suggest how i would ween off the wraps before becoming weakened with the dependcy. which is concerning. Respect for your attention & thoughtfulness!

[@whodis799]

I have parallettes and bands. I'm looking into getting rings and/or a pullup bar next. Maybe the vest when I'm even stronger. We will all achieve the Bogus physique!

[@Kboges]

Good plan, WhoDis! Get after it!

[@johnodonoghue651]

I love pushing a wheelbarrow filled with heavy blocks back and forth across the backyard.

[@Kboges]

That’s a really solid exercise! I have done some of that when I was younger. It’s not joke!

[@chiyaogeneshen2922]

It's really interesting how your videos always coincide with exactly what I'm wondering about in terms of working out at home. And I know the video is about best overall accessories for calisthenics, but in terms of conditioning equipment, I feel like slam balls are extremely underrated for conditioning as there are practically nothing else I can think of that are similarly compact but enable you to perform full body explosive movements with repetition. I already perform squats, stair climbs, and burpees for conditioning, but they are all quite lower body dominant with burpees as the exception, whereas slam balls allow for more upper body conditioning. What's your opinion on them?

[@Kboges]

Yeah great point! Slam balls are pretty awesome, and I'm also a fan of sledge hammer slams on a tire. My favorite condition exercises are hill sprints and BW squats, but no doubt slam balls offer an extremely unique demand that is hard to replicate.

[@dylancheekfit]

Fantastic stuff here. I believe calisthenics is the best for overall function and longevity. Don’t tell the crossfitters though, they’ll get upset. I have some really great friends who are extremely dedicated to CrossFit, which is great and all, but I just can’t hop onboard with it. Would love to know your thoughts on it.

[@stevemeloccaro891]

i lifted heavy weights for about 45 yrs, last 5,6 yrs just body weight, bands, 40# weighted vest, i do the same or similar movements for around $300 that i spent $7,000 for steel

[@Kboges]

Hahahah! Exactly!!!

[@FromTheWombTotheGrave]

After getting my parallettes i enjoy my pushups way more, its more fun and get more range of motion I also do more variations. Im planning to get a basebar for my back + weighted vest and cardio machine cuz I hate going outside

[@Kboges]

I agree on the parallettes. It changes to push up quite a bit and makes it a really good feeling movement. That extra ROM is key! Basebar is a great tool! Enjoy the gains!

[@ChadM10]

Another great video kboges! Your pull up videos doubled my max pull ups in six weeks! What weight vest are you wearing in this video?

[@Kboges]

Thats awesome! I'm using the Rogue plate carrie. I love this verst. Very comfortable.

[@Kojofojo]

I'd love to have a pull-up bar like that in my back yard one day. Is it one that is fixed in to the ground? Is it easy to do DIY or are the companies that install them?

[@Kboges]

Hey Oscar! This one was custom made. You can contact a local fabricator/welder to see if you can get one made. There are also lots of do-it-yourself plans online!

[@ashb4275]

Kettlebells are handy too, I prefer overhead pushing to horizontal (feels more comfortable for my shoulders, and I feel it's improved my posture a lot) so I use one for that. Obviously can be used for extra weight on leg exercises and posterior chain exercises amongst other things.

[@Kboges]

Excellent point! A few kettlebells to keep on hand are extremely valuable for the reasons you mentioned. I totally agree.

[@neuro_mastery]

Can you talk a little bit about how to deal with skinny fat?