I scour the internet for the coolest bodyweight workouts and at home workout routines around. And Jeff Cavaliere from AthleanX never disappoints. He’s one of my favorite fitness pros, with some of the most actionable and interesting work out routines around. As a former martial artist I’m a big fan of body weight workouts. Not only that, but I’m a father of two wonderful boys (a 3.5 year old and a 2 week old!) so I have very little time to go to the gym after work.
Perfect for People Who Want to Exercise at Home
So this body weight workout routine really caught my interest. Not only is it a body weight routine, but it’s totally different from any at home exercises other you’ve probably ever seen. When I saw the first exercise, I was just blown away. It literally takes bodyweight training to a whole new level, just because it’s so creative. The only thing you need is a pull up bar, if you don’t have one, just get one from Walgreens for like $25.
Now with most home work out routines, you’ll be doing boring stuff like pushups and squats. But check these out:
Walking Pushups: Start in plank position. Then do a sidewalk on your hands and elbows about 5 “steps”. This will workout your back and triceps. Then you get the explosive benefit of a plyometric jump into position. You want do this for about 10 reps.
Handstand Pushups: The best want to do these is to walk yourself up. Climb up the wall, let your head go down and do these to failure. They will work you out like crazy. If you’re just starting you’ll do 2 or 3, but you can go up to 15 if you’re stronger.
Lunge-Squat Combo: This is a great lower body exercise because it combines two. It’s a step up lunge combo which works out your calves, thighs, and hamstrings at the same time. You simply climb up and then back down into a lunge position. Do 12 reps on each leg. It’s amazing and you’ll feel the burn.
90 Degree Pullups: Do pullups which work your back, but then do a 90 degree hold. it works out your back, stomach, and of course biceps. Hold it for 45 seconds.
Circle Leg Lifts: Lie back down to the ground. Lift your legs and rotate. Do it 6 times in one direction and 6 in the other. Amazing abdominal workout routine hits your entire core.
Do this circuit with no rest between exercises. This is the way the US Navy SEALs train as well. It’s a great circuit and one of my favorite workout routines for men. Needless to say it can be done in the comfort of your own home.


I love bodyweight exercises, they are great for keeping in shape, maintaining a great body and definition and they are a great way to build strength.
I think I will watch more youtube workout videos from now on. I used to watch Ronnie Coleman and Greg Plitt videos to get pumped up before a workout.