If you want to start calisthenics the right way, this program gives you a solid foundation to build strength, muscle, and athleticism—without stepping into a gym.
Built from over 8+ years of experience in calisthenics, including 2× National Champion of Canada and 8× Pro wins worldwide, Xavier Cormier shares the proper method to begin calisthenics safely, efficiently, and with real results.
This 4-week beginner program is designed to:
Get you stronger and more shredded
Improve endurance, explosiveness, and overall athleticism
Build the foundations required for advanced calisthenics skills
By mastering core movements such as pull-ups, push-ups, dips, and squats, you’ll prepare your body for harder skills like the muscle-up, V-sit, pistol squat, handstand, and more.
💪 5 workouts per week
Mostly full-body sessions
Focus on compound movements for a strong, functional body
Each workout lasts less than 1 hour
Minimal equipment required
📈 Progressive Intensity
Each week, the difficulty and volume increase to ensure steady progress in movements such as:
L-Sit
Pull-Ups
Pistol Squats
Push-Ups
Dips
Pull-up bar
Dip bars
Plyo box or sturdy ledge
This program is perfect if you want to:
✔ Master the basics of calisthenics
✔ Build a strong, shredded physique
✔ Train without a gym
✔ Become more athletic and functional
✔ No requirements needed to start
✔ Every exercise can be scaled down using easier variations
✔ Resistance bands can be used for assistance
✔ Suitable for complete beginners
This program adapts to your level and progresses with you week after week.
Stay consistent, trust the process, and build the foundation for long-term progress. This is where strong, athletic calisthenics training begins.