We love pull up bars and calisthenics! Both of these exercise areas are remerging globally as premiere methods of fitness and health. Former generations relied greatly on bar and body weight exercise methods, so The Lean Berets want to support these simple and effective methods because we know they are part of the solution. Need some inspiration to get you up on the bar? Check out below!
“First inspire then perspire!” –Jack LaLanne
Here are some resources and ideas to help you get started with pull up bar and calisthenic exercises:
Bar Basics & Getting Started Tutorials:
The Lean Berets are currently working with CrossCore and the World Calisthenics Organization to provide some “kick-start” tips to get you UP and ON the bars!
- Bar Handouts by The Lean Berets:
- Bar Videos by The Lean Berets
- Informative Articles/Posts:
Bar Organizations:
- BarHolics
- BarStarzz
- MadBarz
- Street Workout (Switzerland)
Bar Equipment:
- CrossCore Racks
- Gymnastic Rings
- Stall Bars
- Free Standing: We have not used these but some of our fitness friends recommended them for good portable units.
Calisthenics & Body Weight:
Bar/Calisthenics Community Podcasts:
*Photos by Ron Jones from LA Fit Expo 2013. Copyright 2013.