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Why to do bodyweight exercises? First of all, they're convenient. The only equipment that you might possibly want are pull-up, push-up, or dip bars. Some people have the misconception that bodyweight exercises do not build strength, but are only suited for building endurance. For most people this conjures images of endless pushups, sit-ups, and knee bends. Great maybe for general fitness or endurance, but of little value in building real strength. Not true.
First of all, exercise is exercise. The name of the game is resistance. A muscle contracts against resistance and, with perseverance, over time, becomes stronger. For strength to increase, the amount of resistance or load worked against must also increase over time. If you increase the difficulty of bodyweight exercises or the number of repetitions, you will become stronger.
You can you become as strong and fit with bodyweight exercises as you can with weight training, but with less risk of injury. Strength and fitness at your own convenience in minutes per day. What more could one ask for from a workout?
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