Calisthenics Equipment & Accessories: Must-Haves for Your Training

Calisthenics Equipment & Zubehör: Must-Haves für dein Training

Calisthenics is one of the most effective training methods, using your bodyweight to develop strength, flexibility, and coordination. Various calisthenics equipment is used to take your training to the next level. Whether you're just starting with the basics like pull-ups or want to master more advanced exercises like planche or handstands, the right equipment is crucial. In this article, we'll show you the best tools you need for your street workout and give you valuable tips on how to make your training even more effective with high-quality equipment.

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FitnessKIT offers a wide range of high-quality calisthenics equipment and accessories suitable for both indoor and outdoor training. This means effective workouts and strength training without a gym are possible! Here's an overview of calisthenics equipment for everyone:

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Low Parallettes from FitnessKIT

1. Pull-up bar: The foundation for your calisthenics training

The pull-up bar is an essential tool for any calisthenics workout. Pull-ups are one of the most effective exercises for training your back muscles, shoulders, and arms. With a high-quality pull-up bar, you can use a variety of grips and variations to challenge your muscles.

Tip: Look for a sturdy, premium pull-up bar that offers multiple grip options (e.g., wide or narrow grip) to target different muscle groups. If you're short on space, doorway pull-up bars are a practical solution.

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Pull-up bar - one-arm pull-up by Calisthenics Athlete

2. Parallettes: For more grip, stability and flexibility

Parallettes are another essential tool, especially if you want to perform exercises like handstands, L-sits, or push-ups. They allow for deeper movements while relieving strain on your wrists, which is crucial during long workouts.

  • Premium parallettes made of wood or metal offer greater stability and longer durability.
  • They are especially helpful if you want to improve your technique in advanced exercises such as the planche or handstand.

Tip: Choose premium parallettes that are non-slip and offer a comfortable height to optimize your movements.

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Low Parallettes Push-ups

3. Dip bars: The key to chest and triceps training

Dip bars are essential for strengthening your chest and triceps muscles. Dips are a great bodyweight exercise that you can perform on a variety of machines, but dip bars offer the best control and flexibility.

Tip: Look for high-quality dip bars that provide a stable base and allow you to increase the intensity with variations like deeper dips. These are especially important if you want to intensify your street workout.

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Woman training on dip bars

4. Resistance bands: More resistance, more progress

Resistance bands are an inexpensive and versatile addition to any calisthenics workout. They can help make exercises like pull-ups or dips easier by providing extra grip. But they're also a great tool for increasing resistance in other exercises and further challenging your muscles.

Tip: Choose resistance bands that suit your training level. As you progress, choose stronger bands to add more resistance to exercises like planche or push-ups.

Resistance bands for calisthenics training

5. Calisthenics rings / gymnastic rings for more flexibility and strength

Calisthenics rings (gymnastic rings) are another essential piece of equipment for your calisthenics training. They allow you to perform exercises like muscle-ups, ring dips, front levers, and L-sits with added instability, which puts a more intense strain on your muscles and improves stability and balance. FitnessKIT offers high-quality gymnastic rings that are suitable for indoor and outdoor use and can be easily integrated into your workout.

Tip: Look for rings with a sturdy, non-slip surface and an adjustable fastening system for secure placement in different locations. Using gymnastic rings can take your strength and body control to a new level.

Calisthenics rings are especially valuable if you want to further develop your strength endurance, stability, and coordination. They're an excellent addition to any calisthenics workout and offer numerous variations to continuously increase your fitness level.

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L-sit with calisthenics rings

6. Kettlebells and additional weight: For more intensity

While kettlebells aren't required for traditional calisthenics training, they can be a great way to improve your strength and explosiveness. When you're ready to expand your training, you can use kettlebells for exercises like swings or Turkish get-ups to add extra intensity.

Tip: Choose kettlebells that match your fitness level and slowly integrate them into your workout to target the right muscles.

7. Jump rope for endurance and coordination

An often underestimated but extremely effective tool for your calisthenics training is the jump rope. It's perfect for improving your fitness, endurance, and coordination. FitnessKIT offers high-quality jump ropes that are particularly durable and suitable for intensive training. The jump rope not only helps you increase your cardio fitness but also improves footwork and reaction speed.

Tip: Look for a lightweight, durable rope with an adjustable length that allows you to perform quick and precise jumps. Incorporate a jump rope into your workout to add additional cardio and add variety to your calisthenics workout.

The jump rope is an excellent tool for both beginners and advanced athletes. It's ideal for cardio sessions between calisthenics exercises and helps improve conditioning and endurance, which is extremely beneficial for advanced exercises like muscle-ups or handstands.

8. Bandages for protection and stability

Another important accessory for your calisthenics training is wraps. They provide additional protection and stability for joints, especially during exercises that place high stress on the wrists, knees, or elbows. FitnessKIT offers high-quality wraps that are very useful for both bodyweight exercises and advanced movements like muscle-ups or handstands. They ensure that you protect your joints without restricting your range of motion.

Tip: Choose bandages made of breathable material that adapt well to your body and provide the support you need without uncomfortable pressure. Especially during intense training phases or high-impact exercises, bandages can help prevent injuries and shorten recovery time.

Bandages are especially recommended for athletes who perform intensive calisthenics exercises or focus on advanced movements. They protect your joints from overload and help you train longer and more safely.

Pull-up on the Cube Kit

9. Street Workout Equipment and Accessories: For your outdoor calisthenics training

When training outdoors, the right street workout equipment is crucial for expanding your calisthenics skills. Pull-up bars in the park, dip bars, and pull-up bars allow you to train in the fresh air and improve strength endurance.

Tip: Make sure your street workout equipment is sturdy and made of high-quality materials to ensure safety and longevity.

Conclusion: The right equipment for maximum success

Calisthenics is a challenging but extremely rewarding training method that, with the right equipment, will help you reach your goals faster. Pull-up bars, parallettes, dip bars, and resistance bands are essential tools for both beginners and advanced athletes. Invest in high-quality equipment to achieve the best results and make your training effective and safe.

Tip: Start with the basic equipment and expand your equipment as you progress. Remember that proper technique and a steady increase in intensity are crucial to your success.

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Calisthenics Station - CubeKIT from FitnessKIT