These are the best workout routines for beginners.
So if you want to:
- Build real muscle.
- Begin your training based on your level.
- And become stronger than you've ever been.
Then you’ll love these 14 calisthenics beginner routines for Bar Brothers.
Let’s get started.
Introduction:
Preparing For Your Calisthenics Training
It doesn't matter if you are beginning your calisthenics journey...
...at home, at a park or in the gym...
When it comes to body weight training, your body is the BIGGEST tool.
But somehow a lot of beginners are afraid they will not build muscle.
Afraid that they NEED weights.
For example, a quick look at Reddit shows that most people are surprised that calisthenics training can build muscle:
And it's not the only place where people are afraid they will NOT get any results.
The same questions are asked on Quora:
So just to quickly remove your doubts...
...which you most likely will have as a beginner.
According to the well-respected Journal for Strength and Conditioning, calisthenics push-up training can increase muscle thickness and strength similar to weight training.
So:
"YES, you can build muscle with calisthenics."
Which also means you can get injured if you start too heavy.
Jumping into any of these routines can lead to pretty sore muscles.
(Which is a mistake we made back in the day.)
Instead, make sure:
- you warm up for your calisthenics training;
- bring plenty of water for better performance;
- and give yourself a few breaks if this is your first time.
Sorry about that, I know you came for the routines.
But I'm responsible for making sure you don't get injured.
So you can still do and enjoy calisthenics 10+ years from now.
Hopefully until you are old and grey.
(That is, if you aren't yet.)
Chapter 1:
Full Body Routines
Being a beginner doesn't mean that you shouldn't work hard.
But it means that you should work SMART.
Going from sitting on a couch or behind a computer to actually doing muscle ups is like shifting from riding your bike with training wheels to jumping into a racing car.
That's something you wouldn't recommend to any beginner.
Would you?
Let's take a good look at the routines first and design a plan that allows you to slowly transition from training wheels to racing speed.
Chapter 6:
7 Day Workout Plans For Bar Brother Beginners
So what do you need to do now?
You have the routines.
But I'm sure you'd like to know when to use what routine and how to use them in a balanced way.
I've written a few 7 day plans based upon what you believe your current level of strength is right now.
But first a few questions:
Is this your first time starting calisthenics? Start at level 1.
Have you done Bar Brother training before? Start at level 2.
Have you done this type of workout before? And do you have an active life in general? Start at level 3.
Have you done this before? Do you have an active life? Are you crazy? Start at level 4.
In all honesty, I'd rather have you be a little conservative in your choice and feel like you could have done more after your first workout.
Than to have you lay on bed for the entire day, because you are completely destroyed.
As with everything, too much of a good thing can also be a bad thing.
It's all about the right dosages.
Don't be afraid to be a 'Rookie' or a 'Beginner', before you become a 'Master' or a 'Beast'.
Level 1: Bar Brother Rookie
You are new to this calisthenics thing.
You want to be a Bar Brother, but aren't sure yet about how to start.
You need a simple plan to begin in a safe and well constructed way.
You are willing and realize that training at least 3 days a week is necessary to make consistent progress.
Day | Routine |
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Monday | No equipment |
Tuesday | Rest |
Wednesday | Leg Routine |
Thursday | Rest |
Friday | Let's Go |
Saturday | Rest |
Sunday | Rest |
Level 2: Bar Brother Beginner
You are just getting started, but want to challenge yourself with a bit of intensity.
Your rate of recovery requires you to have rest days in between workouts.
Motivation comes quite easily, but you need a bit of a jump start every now and then.
An extra day of cardio will help your overall recovery of the past week.
Keep in mind that on your body still needs time to adapt.
Day | Routine |
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Monday | No equipment |
Tuesday | Rest |
Wednesday | Leg Routine |
Thursday | Rest |
Friday | Let's Go |
Saturday | Fat Removal |
Sunday | Rest |
Level 3: Bar Brother Master
You are beyond the level of a beginner, who has just dipped his feet into the water for the first time.
You are ready to jump in and submerge yourself into calisthenics.
You will need less rest, because the recovery rate of your body is significantly higher than that of a beginner due to a history of training.
6 days of training followed by 1 day of rest.
Day | Routine |
---|---|
Monday | No equipment |
Tuesday | Leg Routine |
Wednesday | Let's Go |
Thursday | Leg Routine |
Friday | Let's Go |
Saturday | Fat Removal |
Sunday | Rest |
Level 4: Bar Brother BEAST
You don't make any concessions when it comes to training.
You like to lean beyond your edge and your friends probably think you are nuts for doing so.
You have a high drive and don't need to be motivated.
This plan will suit you well.
Just make sure you focus on your recovery.
Proper sleep for calisthenics and high quality calisthenics nutrition are essential.
6 days of hardcore training followed by 1 day of deep rest.
Day | Routine |
---|---|
Monday | No Equipment |
Tuesday | Let's Go + Leg Routine |
Wednesday | Fat Removal |
Thursday | Let's Go + Leg Routine |
Friday | No Equipment |
Saturday | Let's Go + Leg Routine |
Sunday | Rest |
Bonus: Bar Brother Video Routines
While these routines and the subsequent plans are great, feel free to customize them to your own specific needs.
Want to use a certain routine instead of another?
Go for it!
View this plan as a blueprint of a house.
Stick to the foundation, but what you put into the house is up to you.
Beyond these 7 days you can transition into:
Be A Beginner With A Plan
You have a goal.
What do you think you need to have to make that goal a reality?
Riding your 'bike with training wheels' won't cut it.
You've tried and you know, that's why you came to this post in the first place.
Throw away the 'training wheels'. Start using a plan.
A plan with routines that are customized to your personal needs.
A plan that maintains its quality for longer than a day.
A plan that takes time to come to completion, but once completed leads to a complete transformation.
From plan to reality, it takes 6 months to build a Rolls Royce and only 13 hours to build a Toyota.
What plan would you rather have?
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Now I’d like to hear from you:
Are you going to try any of these 14 routines?
Or maybe you have a question.
Either way, make sure you get your download and leave a quick comment below right now.
PS. Special thanks to www.madbarz.com for the high quality routines.
What is let’s go routine I’m honestly confused?
Hey Aditya,
Great question!
Please read the post ;), it is explained exactly. You can find it under upper body routines.
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Hey bro .do you know where is lazar novovic? And why they are not post new content on youtube again?
Hey Ali,
You can find premium content with Lazar and Dusan here:
http://www.barbrothersgroningen.com/the-system-bar-brothers/
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I’m starting with the rookie program but on the let’s go routine I don’t have access to a pull up bar nor can I actually do a full pull-up. I’m 5’10 210 pounds BMI around 28. I have a tree in the front yard I could use but how do I complete the circuit if I can’t do a pull-up let alone 6?
Hey Daimen,
Great question!
Use a regression, read the old blogs on how to increase your chin ups and start with those first.
At the same time, it’s important to note that more weight makes everything harder.
You can find free and premium diet info here: http://www.barbrothersgroningen.com/calisthenics-meal-plan/
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Hello brothers,
Can you explain me how many weeks or months I should spend for every level ?
Thank you! Salute!
Hey Ahmad,
Generally 4-6 weeks. But it depends on how quickly you progress ;).
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Hey there!
I really like this site. I read many articles here and also in Starter Guide – love them all. I started a Rookie plan but I am just a weak girl and can’t do a pike push up …I did triceps dips on chair instead of it …is it bad, should I replace it with different exercise? What should I do to be able to do a pike push up?
Hey Catherine,
Great question! Thanks for your comment.
Yes, great stuff, you just use regressions for the exercises you cannot do fully.
A dip would also be a great alternative.
Enjoy!
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Hello…….i see alot of routine in the time table but the full body workout is not in any of the routine table. So when can i do the full body workout ya?
Hey Hura,
You can replace the no equipment or let’s go routine with that one.
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When do I use the chest routines and other routines not mentioned above?
Hey Fritz,
Great question!
It really depends on your goals.
If you are looking for a specific plan with more guidance, check out the system:
http://www.barbrothersgroningen.com/the-system-bar-brothers/
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From where can I begin?
(Rookie, beginner, master and BEAST) levels or the essential 6 months for beginners??
Hey Sanjarab,
It depends on what your goals are.
That’s up to you, the 6 month plan is a great place to start if you want to work your way up to the requirements.
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Hi Brothers quick question how does one keep motivated when it gets to the hard times. just started with the beginner program and finding it hard to keep myself motivated
Hey Stuart,
Great question!
Read the posts here:
http://www.barbrothersgroningen.com/how-to-motivate-yourself/
http://www.barbrothersgroningen.com/calisthenics-success/
Keep in mind that motivation arises from action.
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Just to make sure, i starting with 14 bar brother routine beginners not with 6-months for beginner and specifically level 2, did i going well because actually I’m confused!
Hey Abo,
Great questions! That’s up to you, the 6-month plan requires a long-term committment. If you want to go all the way and get specific advice however, the system is the best choice:
http://www.barbrothersgroningen.com/the-system-bar-brothers/
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yes that a big decision, but can i ask how can i replace some routines with anther like if i need to work more hard on ABS or Chest or that not passable, because i see that now place to doing chest routine or back or biceps triceps in the schedule for the all four levels