Are you looking for a transformative fitness journey that is not only beginner-friendly but also focused on building strength and promoting longevity? Look no further! Mekanix Gym in Houston proudly introduces its 30-Day Calisthenics Back to Basics Program , designed to redefine your fitness experience with sustainable and impactful exercises. Mark your calendars for December […]
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Remember when you were a kid and you were swinging on the monkey bars, doing cartwheels and handstands, and just having fun? It might sound crazy, but you can have that same fun through calisthenics! Calisthenics encompasses all of those activities and allows you to do cool and fun “tricks” with your body, and get […]
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A wonderful thing about calisthenics is that it can be done without any equipment. However, for less than $200, you can get some equipment to take your training to the next level. These pieces are easy to store in your closet or bring with you on-the-go so you can keep your training up even when […]
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Do you feel that you’re on others’ time when you’re working out rather than your own (“that person has been using this equipment for FOREVER!”)? What about when you’re traveling but the hotel’s gym just won’t cut it, or when you’re stuck at home? When your usual flow and routine are interrupted, does it lead […]
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What is the first image that pops into your head when you hear the word “calisthenics”? Is it someone doing a human flag? Handstand? Planche? These are all great (advanced!) calisthenics movements to aspire to but take a step back for a second. How would you get to this level? You would get to this […]
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POP QUIZ! Are you ready? Question 1: What style of exercise is fun, requires little/no equipment, and is based on progressive & functional movements? Question 2: What style of exercise is scalable to different levels, and is flexible with the time and space you have available? If you guessed calisthenics for both of these questions, […]
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Have you ever felt like this guy during a workout program? We’ve all felt this way at some point. You are not alone! Fitness routines are highly individualized and personal matters. There are no “one size fits all” options. Although this may sound like a lot… It IS possible to find YOUR perfect workout program. […]
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Why incorporate strength training into your fitness routine? Hint: there are more benefits than just “getting stronger”! Check out our YouTube video and reach out to us with any questions or to schedule your first class or a free strategy session!
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I relearned an important lesson today. It was a common sense lesson I thought I had locked down long ago. But after I goofed a few weeks in a row it was a good wake-up call for me. I’m sharing this today so you can get an easy win from my mistake. I promise if […]
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Today I learned about Pauly and Pablo from my friend and Mekanix super star Greg! It’s an awesome story that put a big smile on my face. And maybe most importantly, I got Motivated to TRAIN HARD! I promise that wrapped up in all this are some valuable calisthenics nuggets. But I’m getting ahead of […]
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