Beginner Calisthenics Mobility Routine | Part 1: The Hips Minus The Gym 2026-09-22 | Beginner Calisthenics Mobility Routine | Part 1: The Hips
How To Make Calisthenics MORE Functional Minus The Gym 2024-04-30 | (Yes, that bodybuilder clip was AI-generated 😂)(So were the Bruce Lee clips, but I actually like how those turned out)You've probably heard the term "functional training" before, but what does it mean? And how do you apply it? In a nutshell, functional exercise means to exercise in ways that will directly apply to improving the movement in your daily life. The best way to train functionally is to design a program specifically around your job and various habitual movements for your day-to-day life, but since I'm making videos and not training you individually, I can't do that. So, what's the next best thing? To show you how to make your calisthenics more functional in general. So, in this video I'm elaborating on 3 recommendations I have to make calisthenics routines more functional: using all 3 planes of movement, using gymnastics rings and "playing" (yes, literally having fun with your fitness and getting creative). I hope you enjoy the video! And if you don't mind, please leave a comment letting me know what you want to see more of on the channel. Thanks!▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ CALISTHENICS GEAR - GET 10% OFF!BULLBAR 2.0 - bullbarfit.com/ditsfj (code: MINUS20)BaseBlocks - bit.ly/370Grk3 (originals line - not pro)Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqF (code: MINUS10)Duonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM (code: MINUS10)▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS20 for 20% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv▶ Stalk me: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegym 🎵 Track at the end:Title : Sunrise DriveArtist : South London HiFiyoutube.com/watch?v=vZ97iSq8YCQ
33 Exercises With A Pull Up Bar & Dip Handles Minus The Gym 2024-04-02 | ➡️ ➡️ ➡️ Interested in the BULLBAR 2.0? My discount code gets you 10% OFF your order! Code: MINUS20 bullbarfit.com/ditsfj▶ Checkout my BULLBAR 2.0 review here: youtu.be/kvwsRKOL_g0Hey everyone! Been a while since I put together an exercise montage, so here's a list of exercises I put together with only a pull-up bar and dip handles. Just two pieces of equipment - or one, if you have a tower like BULLBAR 2.0 - and you have yourself a whole lifetime of fitness at your fingertips, for real! I hope this video illustrates that. Like I mentioned near the end of the video, I could have easily taken it to 40 exercises or beyond, but truth is... I got pretty tired after 33 sets! 🤣 Hope you enjoy!▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ CALISTHENICS GEAR - GET 10% OFF!BULLBAR 2.0 - bullbarfit.com/ditsfj (code: MINUS20)BaseBlocks - bit.ly/370Grk3 (originals line - not pro)Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqF (code: MINUS10)Duonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM (code: MINUS10)▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS20 for 20% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv▶ Music by:artist: Icarussong: Lonely Earthartlist.io
The Calisthenics Master That Time Forgot Minus The Gym 2024-03-04 | Do you know about Jack LaLanne? He was a fitness guru from the 20th century who did a lot more than just promote gyms. He was a master of calisthenics. An absolute BEAST. And more importantly, he influenced millions of people to exercise in their homes and eat a healthier diet. In this video, I cover everything from Jack LaLanne's approach to working out to his diet, his amazing feats of strength, his power juicer, and more. He was a huge inspiration for me, so I made this video for 2 reasons: (1) to carry on his legacy for anyone who didn't know about him, and (2) to show you guys where a lot of my inspiration comes from for MTG. I hope you guys enjoy this different type of video!▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ CALISTHENICS GEAR - GET 10% OFF!BULLBAR 2.0 - bullbarfit.com/ditsfj (code: MINUS20)BaseBlocks - bit.ly/370Grk3 (originals line - not pro)Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqF (code: MINUS10)Duonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM (code: MINUS10)▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS20 for 20% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv
A No Equipment Beginner Calisthenics Routine ANYONE Can Do Minus The Gym 2024-01-25 | ▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9(Note: this program is called Square One in the app and I designed it as a circuit rather than straight sets so it will be less time consuming)The warm-up video, if you need it: BEST Calisthenics Warm Up Routine For Your Workoutyoutu.be/esN8GW8bzmsHey guys! This is a beginner calisthenics routine for building strength that requires no equipment whatsoever; just your body, the floor, gravity and possibly a wall. I wanted to put this together for my first video of 2024 so anyone getting started can use it. No pull up bar or dip bars required. Keep in mind this routine is meant to be a sort of "primer" to get you started. Eventually you'd want to advance to harder variations and probably invest in some sort of pull up bar to start working on pulling exercises (rows and pull ups). But for those getting started with nothing, this routine will do the trick. Enjoy! Workout format: Warm up (if necessary) For each of these exercises, perform 3 sets to failure, 2 min rest between:1. Straight Bridge2. Push Ups3. Bodyweight Squats4. Lying Leg RaisesCool down: just walk around until heart rate comes downPerform this workout 2x per week minimally or 3x per week maxTry to increase reps/hold time from workout to workoutKeep active on the off days! Do cardio and stretch.You can also perform this workout as circuits instead of straight sets if you are tight on time. Strength won't be optimized for each set, but you'll challenge your cardio more with the circuits and complete the workout faster.▶ CALISTHENICS GEAR - GET 10% OFF!BULLBAR 2.0 - bullbarfit.com/ditsfj (code: MINUS20)BaseBlocks - bit.ly/370Grk3 (originals line - not pro)Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqF (code: MINUS10)Duonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM (code: MINUS10)▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS20 for 20% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9NyvChapters:00:00 intro 00:36 Exercise 1 - Straight Bridge 03:01 Exercise 2 - Push Ups04:36 Exercise 3 - Bodyweight Squats06:23 Exercise 4 - Lying Leg Raises07:28 Workout Details
BULLBAR 2.0 Review: NEW Portable Calisthenics Home Gym! Minus The Gym 2023-12-12 | ➡️ ➡️ ➡️ UPDATE: My code MINUS20 now gets you 10% OFF which is more than $20 savings! bullbarfit.com/ditsfjHey guys! I'm REALLY excited to show you this new product, the BULLBAR 2.0. This is the latest version of the BULLBAR, which is essentially an all-in-one calisthenics home gym. On the surface it looks like a foldable, portable free-standing pull-up bar, but once you start using it, you'll see that it's capable of so much: pull up and chin up variations, front lever progressions, dips, L-sits, tricep dips, tricep presses, push ups, weighted squats, split squats and you can even hang your rings on it! This is truly an amazing product and I'm so glad to be featuring it on the channel. I hope you guys dig it and consider buying your own. I guarantee you'll see a lot more of it in my upcoming videos. Don't forget to save $20 by using my code MINUS20: bullbarfit.com/ditsfj▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ My Bands and Rings are from Rubberbanditz (MINUS10 for 10% OFF):Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqF ▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS20 for 20% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9NyvChapters:00:00 Intro 00:46 The Unboxing02:15 Discount Code02:50 Setup & Takedown05:42 The Exercises08:20 Does It Wobble?09:50 Capacity & Dimensions11:23 Final Thoughts12:54 Outrod
Nordic Curl Progression Simplified! (BaseBlocks Nordic Plus Review) Minus The Gym 2023-11-22 | ➡️ ➡️ ➡️ Get 10% OFF at checkout by clicking this BaseBlocks link! https://baseblocks.fit/?minusthegymBy now, you probably all know that I geek out on fitness equipment. When Jason from BaseBlocks reached out this past summer and told me about the Nordic Plus, I knew I just HAD to check it out and make a review. Why? Well, because I've honestly found the nordic curl to be one of the hardest exercises in calisthenics. I've seen people train them in a doorway with a DIY setup, but it just doesn't seem safe to me. So when BaseBlocks made specialized equipment for training nordic curls, I figured it was time for me to seriously pursue this exercise and share my honest thoughts on this equipment. I hope this review helps! Also, make sure you subscribe and stay tuned to see my progress as I train the nordics! ▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ OTHER CALISTHENICS GEAR: Use MINUS10 for 10% OFF!Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqFDuonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS20 for 20% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv
My Plant Based Diet In The Fall Minus The Gym 2023-11-10 | How's it going everyone? I hope you're doing great! I recently went apple picking with the fam and came back with a whole bushel of apples, and it dawned on me that most people probably would be surprised at how much apples I consume at this time of year. Even more, I thought a lot of you might benefit to know my approach to eating plant based at the change of seasons when it starts to cool off outside. ▶ Mushroom soup I've been enjoying: holycowvegan.net/vegan-cream-of-mushroom-soup▶ Roasted red pepper dressing: • 1 16 oz jar of roasted red peppers (drained) • 1/4 cup pine nuts• 2 Tbsp nutritional yeast• juice of 1/2 large lemon• 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped• 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional - for extra heat)Blend the above ingredients in a high powered blender until smooth. If you want the consistency to be thinner, add 1 Tbsp of water at a time while blending on low until it reaches your desired consistency. Enjoy!▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS20 for 20% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ CALISTHENICS GEAR: Use MINUS10 for 10% OFF!BaseBlocks - bit.ly/370Grk3 (originals line - not pro)Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqFDuonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM
Try THESE Calisthenics Deadlift Alternatives Minus The Gym 2023-10-24 | ▶ Use this link to get 10% OFF at checkout on your Basebar! (originals line only) https://baseblocks.fit/?minusthegymHey everybody! Been a while since I published a video. I figured I'd start things off answering a question I've had many times for the years, "what calisthenics exercise is a substitute for deadlifts?" Well, my answer isn't so straight forward. I don't believe there's a true 1:1 substitution for deadlifts in the world of calisthenics, but there are a couple bodyweight exercises I share in this video that are good alternatives. If you do these calisthenics exercises regularly, you'll strengthen the same muscle groups as deadlift: hamstrings, glutes, lower back, upper trapezius, forearms and your entire core in general. I hope you enjoy the video! ▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ CALISTHENICS GEAR: Use MINUS10 for 10% OFF!Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqFDuonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS20 for 20% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9NyvCHAPTERS:00:00 Intro00:38 Good Mornings02:50 Inverted Hangs04:26 Summary & See ya!
11 Functional Exercises to Fix Your Posture (Full Program) Minus The Gym 2023-09-01 | ▶ GET THE APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9Seems like forever since I made a full routine to share here on YouTube, but instead of the typical workout routine, which I've made several of already, here's a full program to fix your posture. Specifically, this program will fix these common 4 postural deviations: toes pointed outward, anterior pelvic tilt, rounded shoulders, and forward head. These are most common in people who work at a computer and/or do a lot of sitting for their career or in general. For those who are serious about following this program, I also put the routine into the MTG app in case you want to follow along on your phone. I hope you enjoy it!▶ CALISTHENICS GEAR: Use MINUS10 for 10% OFF!BaseBlocks - bit.ly/370Grk3 (originals line - not pro)Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqFDuonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS20 for 20% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv
If I Started Calisthenics Today... Minus The Gym 2023-07-25 | Hip flexibility video: youtu.be/C9WEhRl-l2kShoulder mobility video: youtu.be/xwsDEKj10DgLee's channel: youtube.com/@LeeDowningKeatIf I started calisthenics today, what would I do differently? With everything I've learned over the last 8 years, what advice would I give myself to speed up my progress and avoid wasting time and risking injury? That's what this video is about. Joining me is Lee Downing-Keat, who I recently had a chat with and he asked me this intriguing question. I hope enjoy the video and glean lots of helpful tips to use on your journey!▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ CALISTHENICS GEAR: Use MINUS10 for 10% OFF!BaseBlocks - bit.ly/370Grk3 (originals line - not pro)Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqFDuonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS25 for 25% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv
Do THIS To Make Any Diet Healthier Minus The Gym 2023-07-04 | What's the secret to making any diet healthy? Well, as I explain in the first 20 seconds of this video, it's simple: replace at least 50% of the calories with raw fruits and vegetables. Done! It's that simple. But why on earth would anyone want to do that? And how could you even eat that much fruit and veg? That's what this video is really about. I share why you'd want to eat so much raw food and give you simple tactics to incorporate more of our species-specific diet into your daily routine.▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ CALISTHENICS GEAR: Use MINUS10 for 10% OFF!BaseBlocks - bit.ly/370Grk3 (originals line - not pro)Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqFDuonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS25 for 25% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv
500,000 Subscribers. Channel Update & Free Giveaway! Minus The Gym 2023-06-20 | If you don't win the giveaway, you can always use my discount code MINUS10 at Duonamic's store to get 10% OFF any of their products! duonamic.comHey gang! This is a celebration of sorts for the channel reaching 500k subs! I hope you guys enjoy the video. There's some fun news, a channel update, a fitness equipment giveaway and more! Thanks SO MUCH to each and everyone of you who've subscribed and watched my videos. This has been an incredible journey so far and I'm only getting started, so make sure to stay tuned for more great content!Remember to leave a comment to enter the giveaway!
If You Sit For Work, You NEED These Stretches Minus The Gym 2023-06-06 | Hey gang! For those of you who sit for work all day, these are the top stretches I recommend for undoing the damage of sitting. They target the hip flexors, the biggest internal rotators of the torso and your spinal mobility. Of course, each of us is different and other stretches may be necessary, depending on the individual. A groin stretch, some neck stretches (SCM and levator scapulae), and upper traps come to mind. But overall, the 4 stretches in this video will help *anyone* who sits for long hours at their job. Make sure to do resistance training as well to strengthen the opposing lengthened muscles and focus on good sitting posture! I hope the advice helps you! ▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ BASEBLOCKS: get 10% OFF at checkout! https://baseblocks.fit/?minusthegym▶ CALISTHENICS GEAR: Use MINUS10 for 10% OFF!Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqFDuonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS25 for 25% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv▶ Stalk me: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegym
Bulking with Calisthenics? Minus The Gym 2023-05-30 | Hey guys! This quick one for #shorts tells the truth about dirty bulking like a bodybuilder with calisthenics. Should you do it? The video explains it all.▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ CALISTHENICS GEAR: Use MINUS10 for 10% OFF!BaseBlocks - bit.ly/370Grk3 (originals line - not pro)Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqFDuonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS25 for 25% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv▶ Stalk me: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegym
AI Created This Calisthenics Workout. Is It Any Good? Minus The Gym 2023-05-22 | I used AI to create a workout. Specifically, I told ChatGPT that I wanted it to design a calisthenics workout using limited equipment that would help someone at an intermediate level lean out for summer. And what was the end result? Well, you'll have to watch and find out! But, spoiler: this AI workout was surprisingly tough!!! ▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ 10% OFF BASEBLOCKS - https://baseblocks.fit/?minusthegym (discount applies at checkout)▶ OTHER CALISTHENICS GEAR: Use MINUS10 for 10% OFF!Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqFDuonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS20 for 20% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv
Workout Motivation SECRET Minus The Gym 2023-04-04 | The secret is that you don't need workout motivation, my friend. You need *discipline* because it's not about making yourself want to do it, it's about doing it consistently, even when you don't feel up to it.#shorts #workout #fitness #calisthenics #fitnessmotivation #fit #workoutmotivation ▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ Get 10% OFF BaseBlocks gear - https://baseblocks.fit/?minusthegym (originals only)▶ CALISTHENICS GEAR: Use MINUS10 for 10% OFF!Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqFDuonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS25 for 25% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv
These 3 Juice Recipes Changed My Life Minus The Gym 2023-03-09 | ▶ My beets supplement (MINUS25 for 25% OFF): bit.ly/mtgbeets▶ The juicer I currently use: namawell.com/products/vitality-5800In this video, I cover 3 juice recipes that literally changed my life because they PROVED to me, based on my own firsthand experience and beyond any doubt, that the body can heal itself internally when given the right nutrition and proper internal environment. So I explain the 3 juicer recipes that healed me most, how they healed me, and I give some tips on how to make the most out your juice. I hope you find the info helpful! ▶ CALISTHENICS GEAR: Use MINUS10 for 10% OFF!BaseBlocks - bit.ly/370Grk3 (originals line - not pro)Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqFDuonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9
This Calisthenics Mistake Will HALT Your Progress Minus The Gym 2023-02-09 | ▶ CALISTHENICS GEAR - 10% OFFBaseBlocks - https://baseblocks.fit/?minusthegym (10% off @ checkout)Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqF (use code: MINUS10)Duonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM (use code: MINUS10)If you make this mistake with your calisthenics training, your progress will stop dead in its tracks. And I know that sounds overdramatic, and some people might disagree with me, but just hear me out in this video. I've been training calisthenics for years now and I can say without a doubt that every time I tried "bulking" in the bodybuilding sense of the word - eating in a caloric surplus consistently for an extended period of time - it only KILLED my progress. And why? Well, that's what I explain in this video. Just keep in mind that anyone who tells you that bulking *helped* them with calisthenics is probably an ectomorph and were under-eating all along, so raising their calories helped them recover better and make gains. That doesn't mean they're "bulking" and eating in a caloric surplus all the time. Rather, they were underestimating their energy output and finally started eating more around maintenance calories (satiety). The truth is that our bodies produce hormones like leptin and grhelin for a reason. We aren't supposed to track our calories and aim for certain macro targets. If we just eat whole food until we feel satisfied, not too much more (or less), then we will recover and make steady gains. ▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS25 for 25% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv
How To FIX Your Posture In Only 3 Minutes A Day Minus The Gym 2023-02-02 | ▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ MY HANDSTAND PLAYLIST: bit.ly/3hJ018YWhile I'll never deny the benefits of working one-on-one with a physical therapist or personal trainer to address the specifics and fix your posture (forward head, rounded shoulders, hunchback, tilted pelvis, etc.), it can be quite tedious to have a program of half a dozen or more postural exercises to run through on a daily basis, plus some people just don't have the time or money to work with a professional. So, what if there was a simpler solution that, although not as specific as a custom program, could address MOST of the postural deviations we face today? And what if that solution was to use positions (or "postures") that we humans used to get into frequently but rarely do anymore? That's what this video is all about. In my experience, I have found the 3 positions I share in this video - specifically hanging, inversion and back extension - can fix posture for A LOT of individuals with the most common postural deviations of our modern technological world. And keep in mind, I'm a certified Functional Training Specialist, so I do know a thing or two about posture. Yet I have found these 3 positions to be HUGELY beneficial for nearly every single person who uses them and I'm confident enough to recommend them to all in this video. Are they the end all be all? No, unfortunately, I don't think such a thing exists for posture correction. But I do believe nearly everyone watching this video can at least improve their posture to a degree by using these positions. So, try 'em out! ▶ CALISTHENICS GEAR: GET 10% OFF!BaseBlocks - https://baseblocks.fit/?minusthegym (10% off at checkout with this link)Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqF (MINUS10 discount code)Duonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM (MINUS10 discount code)▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS25 for 25% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv
Height Adjustable Parallettes? My BaseBlocks Mini Bars Review Minus The Gym 2023-01-17 | Get 10% OFF your Mini Bars at checkout by following this link to the BaseBlock store: https://baseblocks.fit/?minusthegymBaseBlocks teamed up with Simonster late last year to release their new Mini Bars and I figured it's about time for my review. I've been using these height adjustable parallettes for the last couple months and I have to say... I'm impressed! As is with all the BaseBlocks equipment, it's simple, durable, high-quality and innovative. So in this video, I share all my thoughts on the BaseBlocks mini bars to help you make the right decision on whether or not these are worth your money. Here's how I break it down: 00:00 Intro 00:13 Why Adjustable? 02:07 Discount Link02:19 How To Change Their Height04:14 Compared to Wooden Parallettes05:24 Price comparison05:50 Are They Right for You?07:07 Thanks for Watching!▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ OTHER CALISTHENICS GEAR: Use MINUS10 for 10% OFF!Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqFDuonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS25 for 25% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv
43% Of People Will FAIL Their 2023 Fitness Goals. WILL YOU? Minus The Gym 2023-01-13 | Hey everybody! Please forgive the recent silence here on the channel, I know it’s been a while since I last posted. I decided to take time off around the holidays to focus on my family and finish some remodeling in my basement. But the new year is upon us and that means… new years resolutions! But here’s the thing - I read a statistic in a blog article the other day that said 43% of all people will FAIL at their 2203 new year’s resolution and/or fitness goal by the end of January. And how do they fail? They give up! Yep, they simply throw in the towel. So I decided to start the year off with a video sharing my best advice to stay on track. My main tip regarding mindset practices because that’s honestly the most important factor, at least in my experience, but I also share a few other tips to help you along the way. Enjoy!00:00 Intro00:23: Mindset is Everything04:37 Prioritize 05:13 Track Progress 05:51 Don’t over consume info ▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ 10% OFF BaseBlocks Gear - https://baseblocks.fit/?minusthegym (originals line - not pro)▶ Other Calisthenics Discounts - Use MINUS10 for 10% OFF!Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqFDuonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS25 for 25% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9NyvThanks for watching!
Calisthenics Drop Sets | 3 Methods For More Gains! Minus The Gym 2022-11-29 | Have you ever used drop sets with your calisthenics? A lot of people don't, but when you're trying to pack in the training volume and get bigger and more "swole," not much compares to the power of calisthenics drop sets. These are essentially consecutive sets done with little or no rest between, and you decrease the resistance slightly on each subsequent set. It's a great way to really pack in more sets and fully exhaust your muscles. Although I'm not currently using drop sets in my workouts, I figured I'd make this video in response to a recent comment I received. I hope the 3 methods help you out!▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ BaseBlocks Calisthenics Equipment: Use MTG10 for 10% OFF bit.ly/370Grk3 (originals line - not pro)▶ Other Calisthenics Gear I Use:Use MINUS10 for 10% OFFRubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqFDuonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS25 for 25% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv▶ Stalk me: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegym
How To Train Calisthenics Every Day (The RIGHT Way) Minus The Gym 2022-10-27 | ▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9Now and then I love to train calisthenics every day for a stretch, so I started doing that back in September. And honestly? I've been absolutely LOVING it. I feel great! Don't see myself going back to a traditional routine any time soon. Returning to the "7-days a week" approach made me reminisce a bit about my 100 pushups & 100 pullups a day challenge, and so I decided to make this video and emphasize an important point everyone should know when they train daily calisthenics: undulating periodization. You gotta listen to your body. I hope the video helps!▶ Get 10% OFF BaseBlocks calisthenics equipment with my promo code MTG10 at checkout! https://baseblocks.fitOTHER EQUIPMENT I USE: (Use promo code MINUS10 for 10% OFF!)► Duonamic Eleviia Grips: bit.ly/3jy4POM► Rubberbanditz: bit.ly/3ofAmqF▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS25 for 25% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv▶ Stalk me: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegym
The Most UNDERRATED Training Variable Minus The Gym 2022-10-18 | ▶ My Workout App: bit.ly/3qtIUv9There are many training variables we have to consider when we train calisthenics or weights. First, there’s volume: how many exercises, how many sets per exercise, and how many reps per set? Then there’s intensity: should I only use bodyweight? Should I rep until failure? Should I add weight? Should I max out? Then ROM, form and rep tempo. The list goes on. But in this video, I’m sharing what I believe is the most underrated training variable. We rarely talk about it. It’s invisible. No one can see it. And only YOU can feel it. Do you know what it is? It's the mind-muscle connection! And I even share an important tip to improve your mind-muscle connection and get more out of your workouts.▶ Get 10% OFF BaseBlocks calisthenics equipment with my promo code MTG10 at checkout! https://baseblocks.fitOTHER EQUIPMENT I USE: (Use promo code MINUS10 for 10% OFF!)► Duonamic Eleviia Grips: bit.ly/3jy4POM► Rubberbanditz: bit.ly/3ofAmqF▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS25 for 25% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9NyvThanks for watching!
Burpee Tips: Proper Form To Do Your Burpees RIGHT Minus The Gym 2022-09-27 | Hello my gymless friends! Burpees are one of the all-time greatest calisthenics cardio exercises. It's a full body movement combining a squat with a plank. You can step or thrust out into that plank, or maybe choose to do a push up at the bottom instead. Mountain climbers at the bottom? Absolutely. A pull up at the top of the burpee? Sure, why not? The variations are endless! So, in this video, I'm sharing a view of my best tips on how to execute the burpee with proper form. This will can help anyone do their burpees with confidence that they're getting the most out of them.▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ Get 10% OFF BaseBlocks calisthenics equipment with my promo code MTG10 at checkout! https://baseblocks.fitOTHER EQUIPMENT I USE: (Use promo code MINUS10 for 10% OFF!)► Duonamic Eleviia Grips: bit.ly/3jy4POM► Rubberbanditz: bit.ly/3ofAmqF▶ Stalk me: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegymFacebook: facebook.com/minusthegym▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS25 for 25% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv
5 Levels of Burpees (Beginner to Advanced!) Minus The Gym 2022-09-20 | Hey gang! Quick recap video for #shorts showing the 5 burpee progressions I recommend for anyone just starting out with them. Burpees are an amazing exercise but the advanced variations are quite intense, so make sure you start off easy with the squat thrust variations I show and gradually progress to the hard stuff. Have fun and happy burpee'ing!▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ Get 10% OFF BaseBlocks calisthenics equipment with my promo code MTG10 at checkout! https://baseblocks.fitOTHER EQUIPMENT I USE: (Use promo code MINUS10 for 10% OFF!)► Duonamic Eleviia Grips: bit.ly/3jy4POM► Rubberbanditz: bit.ly/3ofAmqF▶ Stalk me: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegymFacebook: facebook.com/minusthegym
High Protein Vegan Ranch! (OIL FREE) Minus The Gym 2022-09-10 | This is a quick and simple vegan ranch dressing recipe I use quite often. Figured it would be ideal for #shorts to share with y'all. It's easy to make, delicious, and delivers a whopping 12 g. of protein to your salad or dipping veggies thanks to the 1/4 cup of hemp seeds. If the dressing is too thick for your liking, just add another Tbsp or two of water while you blend. I hope you enjoy it!#vegan #veganfood #veganrecipes #vegancooking #plantbased #plantbaseddiet #plantbasedcooking #plantbasedrecipes #plantbasedrecipe #nooil #nooilrecipe
3 Tips For Eating Plant Based Day-to-Day Minus The Gym 2022-09-05 | Happy Labor Day to all of you in the US and Canada! I hope you enjoy the holiday weekend and say a nice farewell to an awesome summer. I had a great comment come in recently asking for tips on how I eat plant based day-to-day in normal life. I loved that comment because I know from experience that eating a whole food plant based diet isn't easy, especially when it comes to social plans and daily life commitments (work, school, etc.) So I have 3 helpful tips to share with you, which I explain in this video in detail, plus I plugged a few other important recommendations as well. I hope the video helps! "Eating Our Way to Extinction" documentary: youtu.be/LaPge01NQTQ▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ CALISTHENICS GEAR: Use MINUS10 for 10% OFF!BaseBlocks - bit.ly/370Grk3 (originals line - not pro)Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqFDuonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM▶ Follow me: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegym
✅ How To Hold A Handstand (3 cues!) Minus The Gym 2022-08-27 | Can't even kickup to handstand? This one can help: youtube.com/shorts/u_xrQIDhMBI?feature=shareHey guys! Here's another one for #shorts that shows the 3 main form cues to focus on to hold a handstand. If you're struggling to hold yourself upside down, these will help! I usually sum these up as "push, tilt & point," because you need to (1) push from the serratus to elevate the scapula, (2) tilt your pelvis by contracting abs and glutes, and (3) tense your thighs and calves while pointing your toes and trying to touch the sky. If you practice these enough while you're inverted, you'll get the hang of it. Keep it up!!!▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ Get 10% OFF BaseBlocks calisthenics equipment with my promo code MTG10 at checkout! https://baseblocks.fitOTHER EQUIPMENT I USE: (Use promo code MINUS10 for 10% OFF!)► Duonamic Eleviia Grips: bit.ly/3jy4POM► Rubberbanditz: bit.ly/3ofAmqF▶ Stalk me: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegymFacebook: facebook.com/minusthegym
✅ How To Hold An L-Sit (3 cues!) Minus The Gym 2022-08-25 | Hey gang! This is a quick tip for MTG #shorts that shows the 3 main form cues to pay attention to when doing an L-sit. These 3 cues are all you need to know. Follow them and you'll be able to hold an L-sit and build up those hold times. Make sure you stay tuned because handstand is next!▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ Get 10% OFF BaseBlocks calisthenics equipment with my promo code MTG10 at checkout! https://baseblocks.fitOTHER EQUIPMENT I USE: (Use promo code MINUS10 for 10% OFF!)► Duonamic Eleviia Grips: bit.ly/3jy4POM► Rubberbanditz: bit.ly/3ofAmqF▶ Stalk me: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegymFacebook: facebook.com/minusthegym ▶ Music artlist.io
House & Calisthenics Home Gym Tour! (Equipment Update) Minus The Gym 2022-08-09 | Hey everybody! I hope you enjoy the house and calisthenics home gym tour! I am NOT trying to flex in this video. Just need to make that clear. I'm in no way trying to "show off" my home or anything. This was a request that's come in many times now to see a whole house tour, so I figured why not? It's a fun way to give you guys a calisthenics equipment update :) ⬇️ LINKS & DISCOUNT CODES ⬇️▶ Duonamic Eleviia grips (MINUS10 for 10% OFF): bit.ly/3jy4POM▶ BaseBlocks B-Bars & BaseBench (MTG10 for 10% OFF): bit.ly/370Grk3 (originals line - not pro)▶ Bands from Rubberbanditz (MINUS10 for 10% OFF): bit.ly/3ofAmqF▶ My wife Gina's Instagram: instagram.com/amagicalminute▶ Pro Mountings i-beam pull up bar: amzn.to/3QofrQ0▶ PowerBlock dumbbells: amzn.to/3BR7m2z▶ Pullup & Dip ab wheel: amzn.to/3SuiGYh▶ Wooden Parallettes: amzn.to/3JGbRyT▶ Swiss ball: amzn.to/3dgyIod▶ Foam roller: amzn.to/3p1toIj▶ Gymnastics mat: amzn.to/3bFsa2dThanks for watching and make sure to subscribe for more content!Chapters for ya'll because I'm that nice: 00:00 Welcome to my home!00:25 Foyer & playroom 01:25 Shout out for Gina (my wife!)01:50 TV room and screened porch02:50 Dining room & kitchen04:31 The Garage05:58 Upstairs rooms06:38 To the basement!07:23 WORKOUT AREA09:26 Final thoughts
Bad Pull Ups vs. Good Pull Ups Minus The Gym 2022-07-28 | Hey gang! This one is another quick tip that's ideal for #shorts. I decided to follow up the "bad pushups" short with a fan request for the same thing but for pull ups. These are the top 3 mistakes I think we all make with pull ups at some point in our journey. The last one about going into a dead hang is bound to draw up some controversy, so let me explain: when you go into a dead hang at the bottom of every rep, although it FEELS like you should do that because it's completely full ROM, you're actually disengaging the muscle tension in dead hang which isn't really ideal, especially if you have strength or hypertrophy as a goal. So my recommendation is to go down into an active hang at the bottom on each rep and try to keep moving the entire time. Pause as little as possible at the bottom. I hope this helps!▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ Get 10% OFF BaseBlocks calisthenics equipment with my promo code MTG10 at checkout! https://baseblocks.fitOTHER EQUIPMENT I USE: (Use promo code MINUS10 for 10% OFF!)► Duonamic Eleviia Grips: bit.ly/3jy4POM► Rubberbanditz: bit.ly/3ofAmqF▶ Stalk me: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegymFacebook: facebook.com/minusthegym ▶ Music artlist.io
Bad Push Ups vs. Good Push Ups Minus The Gym 2022-07-21 | In this #shorts video I show the top 3 most common push up mistakes I see, especially in beginners, and compare them to good form. I hope this makes a clear comparison so you can identify if you're making any of these mistakes and fix them yourself. Enjoy! ▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ Get 10% OFF BaseBlocks calisthenics equipment with my promo code MTG10 at checkout! https://baseblocks.fitOTHER EQUIPMENT I USE: (Use promo code MINUS10 for 10% OFF!)► Duonamic Eleviia Grips: bit.ly/3jy4POM► Rubberbanditz: bit.ly/3ofAmqF▶ Stalk me: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegymFacebook: facebook.com/minusthegym
Do THIS To Apply Progressive Overload With Calisthenics (3 Methods) Minus The Gym 2022-07-19 | Not sure how to consistently apply progressive overload with calisthenics? This video will answer it for you. I share 3 methods that I've used over the years. All three of them work but can lend different results in terms of developing skills, strength and muscle mass, so I explain the differences between all three too. Some of you might wonder why I chose not to include unilateral variations, such as one-arm push ups. It's because I personally view those as simply an exercise variation, not a form of progressive overload. Although a unilateral exercise does apply more resistance than the bilateral version, the unilateral method can only be used once, then you have to apply one of the 3 methods in this video to the unilateral exercise in order to be progressive with the resistance. I hope that makes sense. And I hope the video helps. But, most importantly... have fun training!▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ Get 10% OFF BaseBlocks calisthenics equipment with my promo code MTG10 at checkout! https://baseblocks.fitOTHER EQUIPMENT I USE: (Use promo code MINUS10 for 10% OFF!)► Duonamic Eleviia Grips: bit.ly/3jy4POM► Rubberbanditz: bit.ly/3ofAmqF▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS25 for 25% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv▶ Stalk me: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegymFacebook: facebook.com/minusthegym
Increase hang time on the bar (GUARANTEED) Minus The Gym 2022-07-13 | Hey everybody! Just a quick #shorts video to show you the best method I've found to increase hang time on the bar. This is actually the same method I've used to increase reps on push ups, pull ups and other exercises too. It's all about frequent submaximal sets. Treat your fitness like a PRACTICE. It's seriously the best way to build strength. Pavel calls it "greasing the groove," but whatever you choose to call it, high-frequency submaximal training works wonders. You can do this in addition to 1x or 2x per week pull workouts too. I hope you're all having a great summer! I've been enjoying some time off with my family, hence just a couple shorts this past month. I'll be back to making regular content very soon!▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ Get 10% OFF BaseBlocks calisthenics equipment with my promo code MTG10 at checkout! https://baseblocks.fitOTHER EQUIPMENT I USE: (Use promo code MINUS10 for 10% OFF!)► Duonamic Eleviia Grips: bit.ly/3jy4POM► Rubberbanditz: bit.ly/3ofAmqF▶ Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegym
Too Busy To Workout? Minus The Gym 2022-06-21 | A common theme I hear from clients, friends and family is that they're too busy to workout. It's probably the most overused excuse I've heard to not exercise. But did you know you don't need to find a single dedicated timeframe to get in your workout? You can use a form of "micro workouts" by splitting your routine into chunks and doing it throughout the day. In this #shorts clip I share how a simple full body routine of push ups, pull ups and squats can be split up amongst a busy day while I'm working in the yard. Hopefully this advice is applicable to you too. Remember to stay tuned for more and keep training hard!▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ Get 10% OFF BaseBlocks calisthenics equipment with my promo code MTG10 at checkout! https://baseblocks.fitOTHER EQUIPMENT I USE: (Use promo code MINUS10 for 10% OFF!)► Duonamic Eleviia Grips: bit.ly/3jy4POM► Rubberbanditz: bit.ly/3ofAmqF▶ Stalk me: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegymFacebook: facebook.com/minusthegym
Parallel Bars For Beginners (Detailed Guide) Minus The Gym 2022-06-10 | ⏩ ⏩ ⏩ Need some good p-bars? Use MTG10 at checkout to SAVE 10% if you're interested in the original B-bars: bit.ly/3xBysYWHey everybody! One of my videos from last year about parallel bar exercises has climbed in views and I've been receiving a lot of comments asking for exercises on parallel bars for beginners. So here you go! I absolutely love my parallel bars (the B-Bars from BaseBlocks), they're my 2nd favorite equipment just under my gymnastics rings, so I hope this video helps you understand how to progress from complete beginner to the four movements I show in the video: dips, L-sit, tucked front lever and L-sit chin up. Soon you'll love your parallel bars as much as I do! Also, if you're in the market for a good set of bars, don't forget to check out the B-Bars and my discount code up above!▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ Get 10% OFF BaseBlocks calisthenics equipment with my promo code MTG10 at checkout! https://baseblocks.fitOTHER EQUIPMENT I USE: (Use promo code MINUS10 for 10% OFF!)► Duonamic Eleviia Grips: bit.ly/3jy4POM► Rubberbanditz: bit.ly/3ofAmqFShortcuts! :) 00:00 Intro 00:45 Equipment I’m using01:10 Above the bars06:34 Beneath the bars13:18 Program design15:45 See ya next time!
BaseBar Pro vs. Original | Whats The Difference? Minus The Gym 2022-06-03 | ⏩ ⏩ ⏩ Get 10% OFF your BaseBlocks calisthenics equipment at checkout by using this link! https://baseblocks.fit/?minusthegymHey everyone! A common question I’ve been receiving on my older BaseBlocks videos is what’s the difference between the BaseBar Pro and the original BaseBar? Well, I honestly had no idea, so I recently got a BaseBar Pro and assembled and used it right next to my original BaseBar. In this video I cover all the things that are the same and different between the two so hopefully you can make an informed decision on which (if either) are best for your purposes and budget. I hope the video helps! ▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ OTHER CALISTHENICS GEAR: Use MINUS10 for 10% OFF!BaseBlocks - bit.ly/370Grk3 (originals line - not pro)Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqFDuonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM
Transitioning to Plant Based Eating (3 Methods) Minus The Gym 2022-05-23 | ▶ Some of my "What I Eat" videos: youtu.be/l8wht-5-98Eyoutu.be/LVR8xeb0EVAyoutu.be/oQau9uTqsEk▶ My Juice Fast video:youtu.be/_xO-_H2Hiys▶ Some good WFPB recipe blogs: forksoverknives.com/recipesplantstrong.com/blogbluezones.com/recipes▶ Want to work with me 1-on-1? minusthegym.com/mtg-1-on-1-sessionsAre you thinking about transitioning to plant based eating but not sure where to start? In this video, I discuss the 3 methods I recommend using. None of them are right or wrong. It really just depends on the individual, where they're at in life and what type of change they're ready for in life. To give you a high-level idea of what I explain in the video, there are basically 2 main methods: diving in and the tip toe method You use diving in if you're looking for a radical change and want the plant based lifestyle to really "shock" you and convince you of its merits. But if you're not looking for a drastic change, then the tip toe method is ideal for those who want to gently ease into this way of eating one meal at a time. And then there's a 3rd method I share, juice fasting, which is the most extreme of all, but is also the most beneficial for anyone who tries it because it literally cleanses and heals your colon better than anything else you could possibly do.My apologies for those who clicked on this video looking for a step-by-step video with a grocery haul, recipes, etc. That's not at all what I wanted to do here. This is only a discussion. I'm simply introducing you to the 3 high-level methods to transition to a plant based lifestyle. It's up to you to decide which one is most appropriate for you and do the planning yourself. No one can make a healthy lifestyle choice for you. You have to take onus and put in the work yourself. I hope that makes sense. Let this video be your guide on how to approach your whole food plant based dietary changes, but take your time planning, finding recipes and experimenting along the way. And don't forget to have fun too! :) CHAPTERS! (in case it helps) 00:00 Intro 01:03 Pineapple Mango Salsa!02:02 Transitioning to Plant Based02:35 My Transition (Raw Food!)05:28 Diving In With Cooked Food06:48 Tip Toe Method08:28 Not Everyone Should Go Plant Based!09:39 Juice Fasting!12:32 Summary and Bye for now!▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ CALISTHENICS GEAR: Use MINUS10 for 10% OFF!BaseBlocks - bit.ly/370Grk3 (originals line - not pro)Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqFDuonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM▶ Stalk me: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegymFacebook: facebook.com/minusthegym ▶ Music byTahedaFewDoorsartlist.io
I Swing The Rope Instead Of Jump It Minus The Gym 2022-04-29 | Ever heard of functional training with a rope? Rope flow? Roping? Rolling? Any of these terms? Neither had I! Until a friend of mine, Michelle, showed me some rope tricks she was working on and said, "Ya know, I should put you in touch with Tim Shieff." I exchanged a few emails with Tim, bought myself a rope and the rest is history. Now I find myself making a video to share the fun with you, and it pretty much turned into a beginner rope training tutorial. Now, I do still use a jump rope now and then - I haven't completely abandoned the jumping part - but 95% of the time I'm swinging the rope instead now. It's incredibly functional. It's a full body workout, but it's gentle, fluid and amazing for mobility, coordination and overall function. It teaches your body to work as one unit again, but in complex ways that we aren't used to doing. And although rolling is quite humbling, it's simultaneously very rewarding and enjoyable. So all in all? A win-win. I hope you enjoy it if you give it a shot! And don't forget to sub and stay tuned if you want to learn more ;)▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ Get 10% OFF BaseBlocks calisthenics equipment with my promo code MTG10 at checkout! https://baseblocks.fitOTHER EQUIPMENT I USE: (Use promo code MINUS10 for 10% OFF!)► Duonamic Eleviia Grips: bit.ly/3jy4POM► Rubberbanditz: bit.ly/3ofAmqF▶ Stalk me: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegymFacebook: facebook.com/minusthegym ▶ Music byThe Daysartlist.io
3 High Protein Plant Based Meals | What I Eat In a Day Minus The Gym 2022-04-23 | ▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS25 for 25% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9NyvHey gang! If you're not sure how to eat enough protein on a plant based diet, this video will help you out. I show three meals I ate across a day that totaled to 132 g of protein. At my weight of 185 lbs (84 kg), if you follow the standard recommendations from sports science to eat 1.6 g protein per kg of bodyweight, then I almost exactly hit that recommendation with ease! So high protein plant based meals are no big deal. You eat whole foods, eat enough calories, maybe use a scoop of protein pwoder (if you want), and you're good! A lot of you recently asked for "what I eat in a day" style videos, so here you go. This video is literally me just documenting everything I ate this past Sunday. I hope it's helpful and you guys get a lot out of it. Let me know if you want to see more!▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ CALISTHENICS GEAR: Use MINUS10 for 10% OFF!BaseBlocks - bit.ly/370Grk3 (originals line - not pro)Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqFDuonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM▶ Stalk me: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegymFacebook: facebook.com/minusthegym ▶ Music byFewDoorsSoundrollartlist.io
Using Gymnastics Rings SAFELY In A Doorway | Duonamic Rings Review Minus The Gym 2022-04-19 | ⏩ ⏩ ⏩ Get 10% OFF your order at Duonamic's website with promo code MINUS10 at checkout! bit.ly/3jy4POMduonamic.comHave you ever tried using gymnastics rings in a doorway? I know I have. And although it worked, it was pretty scary knowing that if the pull up bar gave out, the whole setup would come tumbling down on me as I landed flat on the floor. That's where the Duonamic Eleviia Rings come into play. See, I've always struggled with hanging gymnastics rings because I don't have many good places around the house. Best place is the i-beam in my garage, but that's a pain in the winter when the garage is freezing cold. So when Duonamic announced their rings attachment for the Eleviia, I was beyond excited. And spoiler: the Duonamic rings do not disappoint! I hope the review is helpful if you were considering checking out their products. Don't forget to use my discount code MINUS10 at their site if you want to get 10% your order! bit.ly/3jy4POM▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ Get 10% OFF BaseBlocks calisthenics equipment with my promo code MTG10 at checkout! https://baseblocks.fitOTHER EQUIPMENT I USE: (Use promo code MINUS10 for 10% OFF!)► Duonamic Eleviia Grips: bit.ly/3jy4POM► Rubberbanditz: bit.ly/3ofAmqF▶ Stalk me: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegymFacebook: facebook.com/minusthegym
Young Muscular People Are Dying (NOT STEROIDS) Minus The Gym 2022-04-06 | If you're already struggling with high blood pressure, high cholesterol or any other symptom of heart disease, I recommend this book: amzn.to/3j8wxD9If you're prediabetic or have type 2 diabetes, this book can help: amzn.to/3KbahUWWhen I heard about Scott Murray passing away at only 27 years old due to heart failure, I decided to change up my scheduled content and make this video. Learning of his death and seeing just how many bodybuilders and fitness influencers have died in the last few years alone has been a stark reminder of why I started Minus The Gym in the first place. I could have been Scott Murray. As I explain in this video, my health was headed in the wrong direction when I was 25 years old, and it was due to a childhood of obesity and the fitness lifestyle that's being taught in the mainstream: eat in a caloric surplus, lots of animal protein, lift weights and do your cardio. Trust me, it doesn't work. It doesn't make you healthy. It destroys your arteries. It's only a matter of time. Will it take 10 years like it did for me? 20 years? 30? And steroids only exacerbate the issue. I wasn't taking steroids, and yet the modern fitness lifestyle was killing me quite fast. I hope this video resonates with you and helps you realize that society as a whole needs to change its perspective on fitness altogether. It's not about building yourself up and being "big." It should be about the other facets of fitness: strength, leanness, flexibility, mobility, speed, power, agility, etc. If you're with me on this message, don't forget to subscribe and follow. My mission with this channel is to help people be fit and TRULY HEALTHY - not fit on the outside by dying on the inside. ▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ Get 10% OFF BaseBlocks calisthenics equipment with my promo code MTG10 at checkout! https://baseblocks.fitOTHER EQUIPMENT I USE: (Use promo code MINUS10 for 10% OFF!)► Duonamic Eleviia Grips: bit.ly/3jy4POM► Rubberbanditz: bit.ly/3ofAmqF▶ Stalk me: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegymFacebook: facebook.com/minusthegym
Why Spinal Rotation Is CRUCIAL In Your Workouts Minus The Gym 2022-03-24 | ⏩ ⏩ ⏩ Get 10% OFF your BaseBar with discount code MTG10 at checkout! bit.ly/3FwaoaALots of spinal rotation exercises are done as mobility work, but there’s also a need to practice spinal ration under load in your working sets. This is because it's a part of daily life to twist and turn while you're holding things or moving in awkward positions. Think of getting out of your car, putting your child in their high chair, or simply looking behind you. All of these rotations are common movements, yet that’s exactly where calisthenics tends to fall short: the vast majority of calisthenics exercises are in the sagittal plane, involving little to no rotation of the spine. That’s why I made this video. I wanted to show you all some ideas I’ve used to occasionally add spinal rotation to the basic calisthenics. If you include these in your workouts, along with some light mobility work on the spine, you'll notice a huge functional benefit to all the twisting and turning in your daily life. I hope you enjoy the video!▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ CALISTHENICS GEAR: Use MINUS10 for 10% OFF!BaseBlocks - bit.ly/370Grk3 (originals line - not pro)Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqFDuonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM▶ Follow me: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegymFacebook: facebook.com/minusthegym ▶ Music byartlist.io
3 Cold Exposure Benefits That BOOST Your Health And Fitness Minus The Gym 2022-03-17 | The study on brown adipose tissue: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19357407The lecture by Rhonda Patrick: youtube.com/watch?v=-ty6VTNPjqwHey gang! I started doing cold showers, or at least my version of them, last summer in 2021 and wanted to make a quick video about the cold exposure benefits I've noticed. I could have easily made this video 20 minutes long because I have that much to say, but I kept it to just 3 benefits of cold showers and my experience with this fad. The gist of it is that this is one of those extreme health fads that actually makes sense. I can see why people do it. Is cold stress necessary to be healthy and fit? No, definitely not. But can it help boost your health and fitness? Absolutely! I hope the video sheds some light on this for those of you who aren't familiar with the topic. Some evidence also suggested that cold exposure can boost your immune system, but I didn't include that because my immune system has been GREAT since I switched to a plant based diet 🌱💪. So I honestly can't say I've noticed any immune benefits from cold showers.Btw, I referred to myself as a "pansy" when it comes to cold showers and I meant that as I'm a bit of a coward with them (I hate the cold!). It didn't dawn on me until after shooting this video that the term pansy might have an offensive connotation to it, so I just want to mention I did NOT mean it offensively in any way - just in the sense of "cowardly." My apologies for that! 🙏Thanks for watching! 00:00 Intro01:06 Starting Cold Showers02:05 Healthier Skin02:45 Improved Energy and Mood03:54 Increased BMR05:50 One Tip for Muscle Building▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS25 for 25% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv▶ CALISTHENICS GEAR: Use MINUS10 for 10% OFF!BaseBlocks - bit.ly/370Grk3 (originals line - not pro)Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqFDuonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM▶ Follow me here: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegymFacebook: facebook.com/minusthegym ▶ Music byTahedaFewDoorshttps://www.artlist.iog
Is Gamified Cardio Worth The Investment? (Freebeat XBike Review) Minus The Gym 2022-03-11 | ⏩⏩⏩ Get 30% OFF the Freebeat xBike Link：amazon.com/gp/mpc/A1ZSQUD4YZJUI2Code:302VBGTJOr from their official websiteUse code: minusthegymspeciallink: bit.ly/3th4czc(Discount Is only available thru March 30th 2022!)Hey everybody! I wanted to share with you my latest investment in my home gym. Now, before I go any further, let me mention that I'm still Minus The Gym - meaning, I still fully believe you don't need fancy equipment to get in shape and be healthy. But I've without a gym for quite some time now, and the winters ALWAYS are a challenge for me to keep up on my cardio. So in late 2021 I took my time and did some shopping online for a good gamified exercise bike. I had a feeling that gamified cardio was the answer to my lack of aerobic exercise in the cold and snowy winter, so I took the plunge. I originally had my sights set on a Peloton, but MAN are those expensive. Then I found some other options that were about half the price of a Peloton bike and the Freebeat xbike ultimately won. So consider this my official review of the Freebeat xbike and also my thoughts on gamified cardio as a means of making aerobic exercise more interesting and exciting.Again - I'm still MTG. I promise. I just needed to treat myself to a new toy this past Christmas :) Thanks for watching and I hope enjoy the video!#FindYourBeat #freebeat #xbike▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS20 for 20% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ CALISTHENICS GEAR: Use MINUS10 for 10% OFF!BaseBlocks - bit.ly/370Grk3 (originals line - not pro)Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqFDuonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM▶ Follow me here too: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegymFacebook: facebook.com/minusthegym ▶ Music byTahedaFewDoorsartlist.io
1 Tip for FAST Core Strength & Stability Gains Minus The Gym 2022-03-08 | Primal Movement for Beginners: youtu.be/0lader8PTmIHey gang! In this video I share 1 tip that I recommend trying for fast core strength and stability. This tip can be summed up basically in two words: quadrupedal movement. The act of getting on all fours, crawling around your living room or wherever you are, and experimenting with this movement daily can create HUGE benefits for your core. This isn't about getting a ripped six pack. That's for a different video. This is about having a truly strong and functional core. Keyword: functional. A core that allows you to go about your day to day life with ease and without injury. Having a strong core is essential and, unfortunately, our modern lifestyle has us constantly doing things that WEAKEN our core, such as sitting, slouching and other things. So make sure you give this shot if you haven't already. The beauty of quadrupedal movement is that you can do it literally anywhere, so there's no excuse. This video outlines how to get started, but make sure you check out my other video (above) for more details and how to progress further. See you in the next video!▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS20 for 20% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv▶ Get 10% OFF BaseBlocks calisthenics equipment with my promo code MTG10 at checkout! https://baseblocks.fitOTHER EQUIPMENT I USE: (Use promo code MINUS10 for 10% OFF!)► Duonamic Eleviia Grips: bit.ly/3jy4POM► Rubberbanditz: bit.ly/3ofAmqF▶ Follow me here too: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegymFacebook: facebook.com/minusthegym ▶ Music byFewDoorsartlist.io
Breathe Like THIS During Your Workout Minus The Gym 2022-03-04 | Hey gang! I often get asked how to breathe properly during a workout. It's a pretty simple answer, so I figured it would be a great topic for #shorts on my channel. In this video I sum up the basic concepts behind proper breathing for isotonic (dynamic) and isometric (static) exercises. The gist of it is you want to exhale, preferably through the mouth, on the exertion or "concentric" phase of the movement. Then on the negative or "eccentric" phase you want to inhale through the nostrils. It's not to say it's the ONLY way to breathe, just the most effective. Then on isometrics you simply keep breathing - don't hold your breath. Now, there's also another concept called power breathing that can allow you to get even more power into your concentrics, but that's a topic for a full-length video :) I hope this helps! ▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ I use supplements from Snap Supplements - MINUS20 for 20% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv► Get 10% OFF BaseBlocks calisthenics equipment with my promo code MTG10 at checkout! https://baseblocks.fitOTHER EQUIPMENT I USE: (Use promo code MINUS10 for 10% OFF!)► Duonamic Eleviia Grips: bit.ly/3jy4POM► Rubberbanditz: bit.ly/3ofAmqF▶ Stalk me: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegymFacebook: facebook.com/minusthegym ▶ Music byFewDoorsartlist.io
How I Boost and Track my Metabolism through Calisthenics Workouts Minus The Gym 2022-02-22 | ⏩ ⏩ ⏩ First 100 people to use “MINUSTHEGYM40” at checkout get $40 OFF their Lumen! Learn more: bit.ly/3rSqdF6(Big thank you to Lumen for sponsoring this video!) Metabolic health is at the core of health and wellness from nutrition to fitness and weight loss, your metabolism and how efficient it is at processing energy makes all the difference. Lumens metabolic health check can help you get an understanding about your current metabolic state and what you can do about it. Get a free metabolic health check: lumen.me/metabolic-assessmentHow's it goin' everyone? In this video I decided to just hang out with you guys while I show you my current workout routine. For the last month or so I’ve been doing high-volume basics in this 300-rep workout designed to boost your metabolism and encourage fat burn. It’s essentially 10 rounds of: 5 pull ups, 10 push ups & 15 squats. This totals to 300 reps - a decent amount of volume! - while really getting your heart rate up and engaging that "afterburn effect" to boost your metabolism and burn more calories at rest. To prove this fat loss workout actually works, I also used my trusty new Lumen to prove that my body is in a fat burning state. The Lumen is amazing! It measures the CO2 in your breath to determine if you’re in a fat burning state or burning carbs. So I demonstrate that a couple times too and show you that my body is busy torching fat thanks to this workout and my current fat loss diet. I hope you enjoyed the video and learned a thing or two about metabolic flexibility. And if you want to learn more about Lumen, check out the link at the top of the description box. Stay tuned for more routine videos, exercise tips and nutritional goodness! #lumen #lumenme #fatburn #fatloss #metabolism #metabolicflexibility #weightloss #calisthenics #beginnercalisthenics #homeworkout▶ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9▶ My beets supplement and protein powder are both from Snap Supplements - MINUS20 for 20% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv▶ Get 10% OFF BaseBlocks calisthenics equipment with my promo code MTG10 at checkout! https://baseblocks.fitOTHER EQUIPMENT I USE: (Use promo code MINUS10 for 10% OFF!)► Duonamic Eleviia Grips: bit.ly/3jy4POM► Rubberbanditz: bit.ly/3ofAmqF▶ Stalk me: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegymFacebook: facebook.com/minusthegym▶ Music byTahedaFewDoorsartlist.io
How To Hurt Your Back Doing Squats Minus The Gym 2022-02-14 | ★ MY WORKOUT APP: bit.ly/3qtIUv9In this video, I take a close look at squat form and the #1 way to hurt your back doing squats. The answer lies in one simple form cue that allows you to make sure you're not putting your back at risk. It all comes down to your tibia and back angle in your squat. I also include a stretch and strengthening exercise you can use to help correct the issue if you find yourself breaking form when trying to adhere to this significant form cue. And lastly, I explain why so many people make such a big deal out of squat form, when in reality, it shouldn't be! I hope the video helps!★ CALISTHENICS GEAR: Use MTG10 for 10% OFF!https://www.baseblocks.fitUse MINUS10 for 10% OFF!Rubberbanditz - bit.ly/3ofAmqFDuonamic - bit.ly/3jy4POM★ SNAP SUPPLEMENTS: Use MINUS20 for 20% OFF store-wide! bit.ly/3rD9Nyv★ Stalk me: Instagram: instagram.com/minusthegymFacebook: facebook.com/minusthegym
