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Calisthenics For Dummies

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Calisthenics For Dummies by Mark Lauren and Joshua Clark is a practical guide that teaches readers how to use bodyweight exercises to build strength, flexibility, and fitness without the need for gym equipment. It provides step-by-step instructions, workout plans, and tips for all skill levels, making it accessible for beginners and beneficial for experienced practitioners looking to enhance their calisthenics routine. Whether your goal is to improve your fitness or understand the principles behind calisthenics, this book offers the tools and knowledge to achieve it.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in enhancing your physical fitness through bodyweight exercises. This guide offers practical advice and routines that suit all fitness levels, making it a fantastic resource for anyone looking to improve strength, flexibility, and endurance without needing gym equipment. Whether you’re just starting or looking to advance your workouts, it provides simple, effective techniques to help you achieve your fitness goals.

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"... teaches you the principles of lifelong fitness and offers easy-to-follow workouts to keep you in shape."--

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Get strong and stay healthy with workouts you can do at home

Calisthenics For Dummies will teach you how to become stronger and leaner, have more energy and less stress, and live longer, all while enjoying an exercise programme that saves you time and money. With calisthenics and bodyweight exercise, you don’t need any equipment—just a little space and the knowledge to train comprehensively.

This book teaches you the basics, with workouts covering all the muscle groups and important advice on how to stay injury-free. You’ll find suggestions for multi-week programmes that you can ease into, taking the intimidation out of working out. Get motivated and get moving right away with this simple Dummies guide.

  • Get lean, lose weight, and build strength
  • Add an easy, quick workout routine to your self-care strategy
  • Exercise anywhere, any time—no gym membership or equipment needed
  • Improve your coordination, balance, and joint health

This book is great for anyone looking for a workout that they can do anytime and anywhere, without having to spend a fortune on equipment. Calisthenics For Dummies will give you the power to improve your health and stay fit.

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Calisthenics For Dummies by Mark Lauren and Joshua Clark receives praise for its straightforward approach to bodyweight training, making it accessible for beginners. Reviewers appreciate the clear instructions and the effective exercises designed for different fitness levels. The book is commended for its practical tips and focus on developing strength without requiring gym equipment.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781394196111

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 25 December 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: For Dummies

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 185.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 408g

Pages: 320

About the Author

Mark Lauren is an internationally recognized expert in bodyweight training. For 15 years, he trained U.S. Special Forces as a military physical-training specialist. With Joshua Clark, he is coauthor of You Are Your Own Gym and Body By You. Joshua Clark is an international best-selling and award-winning author, editor, filmmaker, music producer and journalist.

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