How to Combine Training Styles: Kettlebells, Calisthenics, Bodybuilding, Cardio + More!

[@callummason6589]

The most important thing is to keep things fun, you'll put in more effort, show up more and work harder if you do, dont sweat the small stuff or beat yourself up to reach a perceived 'number'

[@TheBioneer]

I agree 100%!

[@sirvivor7835]

@@TheBioneer When are you going to stop skipping face day, gymcel?

[@leonardo9259]

@@sirvivor7835 weak

[@tommyninjaturtle]

This Guy deserves way more subscribers! this is an outstanding athlete with a revolutionary approach.

[@TheBioneer]

Thanks! 😁

[@SumiNaga19]

@@TheBioneer try to target indian viewers or countries that have high population and heavy internet users

[@tykjpelk]

Definitely the most underrated fitness channel on youtube

[@suvradeepdutta5766]

@@SumiNaga19 I'm from India 🇮🇳 this is a best fitness KZbin channel

[@BrunoOliveira-xn7yr]

@@SumiNaga19 so are you saying that he should try to get some Indian and Brazilians viewers? To Brazilians some references here and there should be enough hahahah

[@subzfit]

I mix Calisthenics, Weight Training and Boxing. I train 5 days a week. It works

[@jimo9912]

Whats your routine? Im doing right now weight training but i want to start with boxing too, and some cali stuff too xD

[@subzfit]

@@jimo9912 Monday, Wednesday and Friday I do Boxing and Running with some Abs stuff and Push Ups. Tuesday and Thursday I do Calisthenics and Weights but in a Circuit fashion

[@jimo9912]

@@subzfit what a beast

[@historyianbrazilian4987]

Sounds like what Mike Tyson did later in his career

[@subzfit]

@@historyianbrazilian4987 That's exactly what I was going for. I'm 5'11 at a weight of 220lbs(100kg). I

[@afeniarana5578]

You are the #1 underrated fitness channel. This style of training I’ve been using now and it has gotten me progress. You can explain it way better than I can. I love all your videos and viewpoints. Can you make a video on how to strengthen your score on a military test. Like the marine PFT. I have the desire to join the special forces. And with that comes with passing Physical standers. Please do share any tips and tricks you might use if your were going into the military. Primarily the special forces. Thank you again much love homie :)

[@TheBioneer]

Awesome thanks man! Really glad you’re enjoying it! And I have been thinking of doing something military inspired for a while, cool suggestion :-)

[@anti1training]

I've been trying to combine Bodybuilding, Strongman, Powerlifting, Calisthenics, and Gymnastics

[@happycloud9539]

Sounds awesome keep it up!

[@anti1training]

@Economics William That's why it's a combination and not a single discipline. You don't have to take steroids or gain alot of fat. You use the best aspects of it. Also, you're can get to a nice physique without great genetics. You also don't need broscience to do bodybuilding. That's not how training Multiples disciplines work. Bodybuilders are terrible athletes, because They don't train athletics. Strongmen aren't athletic in other sports, because they eat alot and don't train that sport.

[@anti1training]

@Economics William I was talking about how Strongmen aren't good in other Sports. Because they don't train them. Such as soccer, baseball, etc. I'm not saying Strongmen isn't a good discipline to train. My main comment literally says I want to mix it with other training for sports.

[@anti1training]

@Economics William Pure Hypertrophy training and working all the muscle groups to get symmetry is from body building. You don't have to listen to the broscience.

[@TheBioneer]

I definitely would argue bodybuilding has a lot to offer. That style involves spot training with isolation movements which can definitely help work on weak areas and plug gaps missed by other strength training methods. Plus the large rep ranges and lighter weights are perfect for strengthening tendons, increasing work capacity, and more. A successful bodybuilder is very strong, extremely balanced, and of course highly aesthetic. Just like not all strongmen are huge and immobile, neither are all bodybuilders. And the drug use is to do with the sport, not the activity itself.

[@hopperhelp1]

Perfect. This is exactly what I need. I love this grab bag mix of different training styles. So many great benefits to using all of them instead of just sticking to one and thinking it’s superior to everyone else’s.

[@mychaelmay6321]

Agreed. For me, personally, I workout at home, and anytime I notice that I’m neglecting to work a muscle or group of muscles, I’ll put a little bit more emphasis on working them a little more while still working everything else.

[@TheProfoundWatcher]

Raphael Delima yup yup same opinion here

[@TheBioneer]

Agree 100%!

[@mrmarlboro80]

Love this concept brother. I would take the jack of all trades master of none approach any day of the week. It makes you more well rounded. Its still good to prioritize accordingly to your goals. This may work more for mesomorph bodies too. Hope to see you post more regimens as example. Thanx brother !

[@SquareEarthers-q2c]

For anyone looking to expand their workout options, this video is a great resource. I've found that variety keeps me motivated.

[@jessiewalker8547]

Best fitness channel on KZbin by far, all the others are a bunch of pre Madonna frauds, this guy is actually relatable and natural

[@martijn2246]

for sure, al this focus on looking good and doing some boring bro split 7 days a week. Think The bioneer sees a bigger picture of what fitness means, instead of only big show off muscles.

[@15ShadowDude]

I can't help myself from coming back to your videos. Your pacing is excellent, your reasoning is sound, and you seem to have a video on damn near everything!

[@dmfaccount1272]

This is a good training method for the times with all the gyms closed we need many at home routines during this illness spreading.

[@KurtAngle89]

This is basically the better birthday gift you could give me! Not only something i'm very interested into, but a natural evolution of your previous videos, considering this is the direction you're taking

[@TheBioneer]

Happy birthday!!

[@ye9803]

honestly I feel like you are the only fitness channel of your kind

[@bigfatbernt]

I just want to say that i really love your channel. All your videos has helped me alot in my fitness journey. I hope you'll never quit KZbin.

[@stefanp6446]

I love your videos! The work you put in and the topics you choose are awesome. There is no channel which shows us such amazing content

[@TheBioneer]

Thanks man!

[@turtletom8610]

I wanna write to say that i really appreciate your account. Lots of perspective on training modalities. Id love to hear a video about where a majority of your physique progress was observed or measured to increase.

[@wander2403]

I personalmente preffer a routine of upper/lower body. 2 days focus in the stregth; mondey and martes 2 days focus in the skills or cardio: wensday and saturday And a last 2 days focus in explosive or calistenics; jueves and friday

[@maheshmangar1450]

Perfect 👌

[@OvershotStorm0]

I needed to see this. I always try to do everything but with my schedule change I have been breaking it up. Tremendous Help. Validation for what I was doing as well as a program I made. I work work labor so it's a lot of stop and start so I was having trouble fitting training in. 3 off days before I work again so I rest and stretch day 1. I hit multiple sessions all day. 1 set per exercise after warm up set. Gym for weights and bands in the am. Calisthenics and specific strengths like Fingertip Push ups hand grippers, and rubber band hand extensions at night before bed stretching all day.

[@AK47_.]

I'm trying to combine a family, gym and work. Let alone all the training styles you discussed...💪🏽

[@Bern_il_Cinq]

I’ve been trying to combine calisthenics, lifting, boxing training and even CrossFit for a bit last year. It’s definitely an uphill battle for me but I’m slowly learning when to do what. I’ll have to incorporate some of the principles you mentioned here.

[@tiberiumnp8030]

since the beginning of the year my week has been calisthenics, lifting, kettlebells, then accessory/normal gym day (trying to improve areas where I'm lagging) and long mtb day. That leaves usually around two active recovery days for a given week. I like your idea of mixing things during the same workout, might try that soon. One (offtopic) critique I must say is your swing form at 1:00, could use some work. Or then that's some form of squat swing variant I haven't seen before!

[@HS-PGA]

For mid forties to 50+!this is the best channel

[@TravisLassiter-gn5vz]

Great quality. My friend got this forMe for my birthday and have no complaints. Stands upright, has good grip but not to rough, powder coat is good quality.

[@LuisRG-d7d]

It's interesting to see how each training style complements the others. I've been mixing cardio with bodybuilding lately and I've noticed a big difference.

[@wr21063]

Keep up the excellent work brother , the hard work & research you put into your videos are very informative and helpful

[@Diabolical-Divinity]

Needed this, Well done. Well into your book, Well done again. Really well written easy to read and I understand it which always helps. Although When I read a noted comment like "The human body eh". It's in your voice, in my head. It makes me smile every time. Dame fine work, Dame fine.

[@TheBioneer]

Thanks man, appreciate it! Really glad you’re enjoying both :-D And glad I’m in your head haha!

[@martijn2246]

I do 5x5 while training calishenics and going for a run 1-2 times a week and love it.

[@martijn2246]

also like to do some yoga in the mornings

[@TheProfoundWatcher]

I needed a video on this subject. I rather cross train than focus on one type of training. Cross training keeps workouts different and interesting.

[@MyEditman]

Since Quarantine a few months ago, I decided to mix up weightlifting, arm wrestling training, calisthenics, gymnastic training and some KB training. It is a wonder to dive in all those ways of training. It's like going from a simple hammer as a tool to a more complete arsenal of tools.

[@ejay1474]

Did you notice he was in an Anytime Fitness gym? Yay! I run an AF gym in Bangkok, I’m proud to see this fit gent is able to do his diversified workouts in our gyms!!

[@shugyosha7924]

In Japan they are too many machines and not enough benches and squat racks. No chance they'd have monkey bars, box jumps, battle ropes, etc., unfortunately.

[@ejay1474]

@@shugyosha7924 Absolutely true. Japanese AF’s are just machine training studios....actually most of ALL gyms in Japan lack functional strength concept....Golds is the only really full scale gyms there, they just started adding functional and calisthenics spaces, before was basically all bodybuilding. Japan is behind the curve on strength and conditioning...but interesting that they do very well in Olympic gymnastics....wonder where those guys train? Maybe universities...?

[@shugyosha7924]

@@ejay1474 Yeah I used to train at a Gold's! Even training there offpeak I'd be queuing for racks though. Good question about Olympics guys - yeah I think most likely universities. I bought adjustable dumbbells, a bench and a pull up bar and try to work out at home, but I haven't found a good way to replace deadlift and squats...

[@ejay1474]

@@shugyosha7924 not easy in japan, they really DO NOT GET IT. Try a CrossFit gym, I think one in Central Roppongi. Also Harajuku 24 and the Annex now have pretty good number it power racks. Forget AF in Japan, it’s not intended for serious training. (Mine is, depends on owner...)

[@TheSwayzeTrain]

This type of training is more enjoyable for me. I like the variety.

[@venividivici6418]

This is an amazing vid. It would be awesome if you could do a longer one going into more depth. I'll check out your ebook.

[@lusitanus6504]

Right now I am specializing in bodyweight bodybuilding after a year long sedentary phase. Next phase will be barbel training and the Next Will be a mix of both with gymnastic strength training and mobility, explosive chalistenics and a bit of bodybuilding for the shoulders and upper chest.

[@zacharyguilfoyle1435]

Definitely the best fitness KZbinr.

[@liondovegm]

This guy has alot of energy.

[@CalistheNick01]

I love to do stuff like this but the finger push ups took it to the next level. A lot of great ideas here

[@paulzen2883]

Right now i am experimenting with powerlifting and advance calisthenic movements in a single program in order to see how fast i go from noob to competent in both areas. So as i work on the bench press, squat and deadlift, i incorporate planche push ups a front lever pull up, handstand push ups, and either weighted wide pull ups or muscle ups on a bar. I only did a complete push up, chin up and squat program beforehand to prep the body, used kettlebells as an extra implement, plus weighted mobility so that when i started this new power calisthenic program, my body would be prepared physically. since i have never complete a consistent month in a gym before. so from a good base i am now upgrading to the new program and see how i advance and progress in strenght plus skill

[@TheBioneer]

Powersthenics! Awesome dude, let us know how it goes! ✊🏻✊🏻

[@paulzen2883]

@@TheBioneer sure will and powersthenics! I like that name.

[@paraplannerforum3268]

The simplest solution is to start a martial art like Muay Thai or MMA. It involves tons of learning, reflexes, balance, speed, power and strength. The weekly training will involve kettlebell power sessions, barbell strength sessions + power, endurance & cardio from actual pad work & sparring.

[@sassysuiryu1114]

I will say it again for the people at the back! Bioneer you are the GOAT!

[@tdkage]

The video I needed, I have chaos in my head about my training. Thank you!

[@jesuschristislord77733]

I trained some animal movement this afternoon with my wife.

[@superiorspider-man1720]

Pics or it didn’t happen lol

[@lululx3760]

@@superiorspider-man1720 Smart Move 😂

[@kingnostalgia7911]

@@superiorspider-man1720 lol why does he need to prove it to you

[@superiorspider-man1720]

@@kingnostalgia7911 it’s a joke mate

[@wikoskrolczarnobyla3059]

Just remeber to do it till failure

[@ali8qureshi]

You are awesome bioneer,your content is unique and I am glad to have found you.Cheers and more power to you 💪🤠

[@Red_Wright1357]

So much time and effort. Are all these achieved through plain curiosity? Are all these done for one ultimate goal? Wish I have that amount of wit and will.

[@theredninja2817]

Yes I do like the prime focus work out I thought it was only me and then you put a name to it

[@nessaswords]

Definitely gonna hit a million subs🔥

[@4000angels]

Great video as always

[@Karan_aloneboy]

I love this video to combine different exercises . Workout become enjoyable

[@christianrovito4735]

I needed this 🙏🏻

[@LeoMes01]

So for back and bicep day I can Do some front lever practice Do some heavy weighted pullups Then try some one arm pullups to focus on unilateral strength Gorilla rows to focus on the explosive strength and speed. And inverted rows for pump and endurance. That's what I got

[@hamzaal-qwaizi4436]

Finally I've been waiting for a video in ages.

[@EagleEyeAnalytic]

Thanks so much Adam. You rock dude. Keep the content coming. :)

[@docsavagefan2795]

Another great video 👍

[@TheBioneer]

Thanks man!

[@shadidsalehin2664]

Do a video on How to improve your immune system and things we can do to tackle this codvid-19

[@MrClarktom]

It seems no one is immune to covid, but general immune system improvement is definitely possible with diet and exercise

[@billybrook2517]

Look up the wim hof method

[@kinglocks2427]

Bro love ur videos very inspiring and informative

[@IrishAmericanNinja]

Dude that kettlebell you use cracks me up every time I see it! It’s massive! How much does that crazy thing weight?

[@AlteredState1123]

Thanks for sharing. You have built up some very impressive strength and power. How is you thoracic mobility? What injuries have you had to battle? Older guy here who loves to workout and combine modalities. The older I get the more I value mobility and staying injury free.

[@firejoe283]

I'm the type of person who needs it this way with examples and what they do lol For those who are like me, here you go. [ ] Overcoming isometric (increase strength without muscle size by recruiting other units) - contraction against immovable objects ex: bending a bar, "hug the earth" (refer to his link) [ ] Fast twitch (help access strength quickly) ex: clap push-ups [ ] Isolate strength (different coordination of same part, may need to use oblique to keep balanced) ex: pistol squats, one-handed push-ups [ ] Slow twitch (increase work capacity, increase blood flow) ex: push-ups, distance running [ ] Quasi isometric (more slow twitch, maintain muscle control during rep) ex: 15 secs to go down on push-up and 15 secs to get up. Same for anything else.

[@mantisversions]

Brilliant and super inspiring. Big Thanks))))

[@TheBioneer]

Thank you! 😁

[@shaunclubberlang2887]

Dude, just a tip. Master a single punch on the bag, then master another. One at a time. Once you have mastered each individual punch, you combinations will be more fluid.

[@michelleailan22]

You said you don't do any sets (e.g. 3x 8) but do one exercise and then go straight into the next exercise. Do you have a fix number of reps or do you do each exercise till failure? I love your content and always look forward to your videos. Sometimes though I wish you would explain a bit more the "how to do it". I'm a newbie and sometimes have now Idea how to apply these concepts. Your content is amazing and so is your website.

[@Spandanandromeda]

Sir thanks for this awesome video

[@sbstaysharp25]

Training this way for 10 yrs , 42 and I feel so good

[@akhil1753]

Thinking about combining gym and martial arts

[@dallasnoble8329]

Interesting. I have been considering this lately.

[@antcastle8365]

Yea this guy really is fuckin awesome. Knowledge + drive - ego = the bioneer

[@Natural-lifting]

Personally I like to train some explosive and some cardio training alongside sports. But most of my training is split into two things. For legs heavy lifts and for upperbody weighted calisthenics and gymnastics x calisthenics.

[@jonwick5824]

Although it wouldn't change much a 2024 version of this would be cool to check out lessons learned, perspectives changed, etc..

[@kkwilson27]

I recently bought a battle rope but I don't find the exercises very challenging. I feel I can get better results with the kettlebells with with same arm movements. Am I missing something?

[@TheBioneer]

Perhaps yours is quite light? But go harder and longer, it’s a form of resistance cardio so it gets tougher with time 👍🏻

[@arigato-thx8249]

hey man do u think you could make a video about how using a neuromuscular electric stimulator could potentially be used to allow your body to activate more muscle fibers

[@Upward4ward1]

@Amongst You sounds very interesting. In what ways is it improving your training?

[@TheBioneer]

I second this!

[@TheBioneer]

I shall!

[@sethmcdonald4]

Usually when I workout I usually pick 3 exercises do them for an hour but I do as super sets just work on those 3 exercises

[@formularainbow]

I really wanted this because I'm just a 16 year old so it's better to be an all rounder athlete than just being stiff like a bodybuilder at a young age etc.

[@gusjeazer]

I do it based on Pavel Tsatsoulines program 'Return of the Kettlebell'. Highly recommend the book. It differentiates between explosive and grinding training, and how they complement each other without impairing the other. You train in 2 week blocks, block 1 is grinding (powerbuilding for me, I also do endurance runs here), block 2 is explosive lifts (as per RotK: double KB c&p long cycle, light-medium-hard. I add in sprints, jumps, sled drags, rope climbs, monkey ladders and other more 'explosive' moves here too, these workouts are like a mix between explosive strength and HIIT). The 2 weeks off from either training modality really primes you for gains. You come back fresh, but without losing any strength, on the contrary. I find I gain strength after the other 2 week blocks. Highly recommend that book, even though I would adapt the program quite a bit.

[@bassmuscle101]

What are your thoughts on doing normal weight training days and full calisthenics days in my training? As an example: day 1 is upper body with weights, day 2 is bodyweight lower, day 3 rest, day 4 cardio, day 5 lower body with weights.

[@kcmacdonald]

Love the content and you got some serious skills. I combine rings, calisthenics, weights, KBs, running, rope climbing, carries, solo drills (used to train MMA) and basic tumbling at 6'4" 205 in "bear mode" and work labor What's your take on caloric surplus and bodyfat % while bulking? Do you feel that weighted ring work and strongman type lifts can be used to create a good hypertrophic and strength response, and can it any way be comparable to barbell work? Thanks

[@matiberon6042]

Full energy bro relate secrets the universe ... good life 💪

[@matiberon6042]

Greetings from Argentina

[@bmp713]

I have a lot of blood pooling from Orthostatic Intolerance and need recommendations for low impact exercises that provide the same aerobic adaptations as running and rowing. Specifically increases in heart chamber size, stroke volume, blood volume, and venous return? Do you know ways to do kettlebell/dumbbell swings or similar exercises to get all the aerobic adaptations of running without impact?

[@daveboulding7903]

What he’s describing is literally the definition of CrossFit

[@annamarielee3]

I'm personally seeking an ideal way to combine Powerlifting, Calisthenics, low-level Gymnastics, Kettlebell, and MMA.

[@AxelArmentaMMA]

Hey what your opinion on greasing the groove or training every day not to get sore but to your daily limit everyday and improve skills and performance overtime

[@philippklemm2453]

You should try Crossfit! I'm curious how you like it

[@jlssdddlts]

keep going bro

[@nikolatrbojevic253]

You should do a video on Stig Severinsens breathing technique.

[@arandomzoomer4837]

I do weighted push ups in the 8-12 rep range close to failure. Weighted calisthenics is the ultimate “fuck you” to dogma

[@eliezermelendez4417]

do a video about olympic weightlifting

[@vk3181]

Very nice sir really

[@Maxyouaquestion]

Is saying that any workout that falls short of these pillars of excellence declaring them biodegradable?

[@Maxyouaquestion]

Biodegradable*, nyuck nyuck!

[@diaemarso5439]

I don't know if you gonna reply or not but im fan of your workout , your videos motivate me a lot especially your batman training , today iur government decided to close all the gyms because of coronavirus .. hopefully this nightmare will to come to a end and we can go back to the gym and live our lives normally inchallah.. I will be so happy if you reply on this comment

[@superprime1177]

Do u think I should do big compound weightlifting first (such as the bench press squat or deadlift) or should I start with big calesthenics movements or should I superset them?

[@damiangames1204]

Different days I would say But if you do them together rest a lot between sets Raw strength is a skill To get it you must practice, not "workout" with those movements

[@arjunsood5115]

start with bodyweight exercises and get strength in your joints then move to weight training

[@TheBioneer]

Doing them different days as Damian suggests is definitely an option. Alternatively I would say do the calisthenics first but practiced like a skill not taken to failure. That won’t introduce too much fatigue and you simply can’t do moves like Planche after a heavy bench! Exception is when going for PBs but I’d say that should be a fairly rare occurrence anyway!

[@NeutroniummAlchemist]

The best order of training is speed or skill, strength, endurance.

[@lvl18abilities]

What’s the music you used in this video?

[@JelleKube]

Hey Adam, what can a beginner do with a jump rope and 5kg dumbbells? What do you recommend?

[@ha-pb6gs]

Bro make video about Types of Hindu push ups( Because in India from ancient times there are different varieties of Dand(Push ups) are practised, but most of them are left out and getting ruined by time. So kindly make a video about types and it's proper form and benefits. Thanks in advance

[@IonicSarge]

So I’m really interested in buying your book but whenever I click the link it just leads me to the preorder page with no option to actually buy the book. The same thing happens when I try it from the website, any idea on what’s causing that?

[@solivagante4614]

Dont forget the Arm Wrestling and Olimpic lifting!

[@yellow1612]

Perfect

[@fakerzdan]

Are you really like 4ft or is that kettle bell really big?

[@SileDevil]

01:00 I think you should be working more on you kettlebell swings form, combining more types of training could be good but only if you do correct form.

[@liondovegm]

Has anyone tried his program?

[@TheHammerOfRogues]

Dude you should try crossfit, with the base of skills, strength and conditioning you have already, I think if you practiced on some specific crossfit stuff you could smash it in competition! And win some caaaaash :D

[@lunchbox96950]

Strength is a relative term. Any training that involves loads will make any person stronger. Mixing training styles or constantly varying your workouts will leave you undertrained or weak compared to people that are only going to do one style of training. You don’t see strongmen run a mile for time or marathon runners doing box jumps. General physical preparedness you might be right but peak performance you’re way off.

[@tripaloski_6971]

Personnaly I try to mix weight, weighted calisthenics and cardio.