Beginner Bodyweight is perfect for anyone just getting into exercise, or those returning to a movement practice after a long layoff. If you already have training experience and can perform multiple pushups and/or pull-ups, check out one of my more intermediate to advanced programs.

Beginner Bodyweight is your 6 week introduction to bodyweight training. Our primary goal is to build a strong foundation of strength, mobility and movement capacity with simple bodyweight exercises. Whether you’re looking to perform your first push-up, begin building lean muscle mass, or simply improve your ability to do the things you love - Beginner Bodyweight is your starting place. We’ll set the groundwork required for you to progress onto more advanced bodyweight movements like pull-ups and handstands, and weighted movements in the gym if you’d like to take your movement practice further.

Gymnastic rings are ideal for the row progressions in this program, and will open up lots of options further down the line. Railings or a sturdy table can be a decent temporary alternative. You may also need a sturdy stool or table for one of the early squat progressions, and a kettlebell, dumbbell or heavy backpack for the later progression. Other than that, you’ll just need a small space to train in, a positive attitude and the desire to get started!

Stick with the program for at least six weeks and I’m confident you’ll feel positive changes! It’s also important to ensure you’re supporting the recovery process with adequate rest, good sleep and healthy eating. Check out my Insights page for some useful resources!

The program consists of two full-body training session templates, Session A (S-A) and Session B (S-B). The program is designed for you to perform up to 3x training session in a week, although we’ll ease into Week 1 with 2x sessions. You can stick with 2 if you find that this fits in. We finish off week 6 with 2 sessions at a higher intensity. Utilise active rest days in-between where you play sports, walk, run or perform mobility work. Suggested format: Week 1 Mon - S-A Fri - S-B Week 2 Mon - S-A Wed - S-B Fri - S-A Week 3 Mon - S-B Wed - S-A Fri - S-B Week 4 Mon - S-A Wed - S-B Fri - S-A Week 5 Mon - S-B Wed - S-A Fri - S-B Week 6 Mon - S-A Fri - S-B

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2-3 progressions are provided for the primary strength movements in the Build section of each session (V3 is harder than V1) To progressively build strength, we suggest that you aim to increase repetitions every 1-2 weeks. Use the following as a template: - In week 1, for each Build exercise, pick a progression you can perform comfortably for 3 sets of 8 reps, leaving 1-2 reps in the tank - In weeks 2&3, we look to increase the number of repetitions per set, aiming for 8-10 reps per set - In weeks 4&5, we add some more volume, aiming for 10-12 repetitions per set - In week 6, we’re aiming to set rep records in the 2nd & 3rd sets, going close to max effort Next time you work through the program, the goal is for you to move to the next hardest progression, starting at 3 sets of 8. IMPORTANT: Progress may not be linear. You may need to start with a lower rep range. You may progress at a faster/slower rate - simply use the template as a guide & progress at your own pace