Susan G.
I’ve recently been encouraged to learn pull ups and found your YouTube videos and shorts to helpful and fun. I’ve bought a lot of exercise books over the years and this is my favorite one now.
Kailyn W.
The program is very manageable and fits in my day well. Workouts only take about 30 minutes each and are a great addition to my weightlifting plan. Thank you for making such an easy to use book and program!
Colette M.
Hybrid Calisthenics is written in terms that explain the exercises and how they work in layman’s terms. Simple enough to follow, yet completely informative for the curious mind. The pictures are clear and precise. Thank you for your uncommon sense of dignity by which you do not assail us with shiny pecs as hairless as a baby’s bottom like most other trainers.
Adolphe B.
Easy to follow and apply. Being able to look at the different ways to modify the movement's makes it simple to adjust to my levels of fitness.
Louis E.
The explanation and the illustration really helped out when doing the workout need. Really appreciate the book.
Thank you
Keith W.
I’ve been doing the hybrid routine for about 2 weeks now and I feel great. With me now practicing bboy and also being a competitive roller skater it’s helping me get stronger in order to do the moves that require a lot of body control.
Carlos O B.
I like it, still reading through it but the information is easy to grasp and digest. Part if the reason I bought the book was because of how approachable and down to Earth Hampton seems. I’m glad to see it wasn’t lost in the book. Can’t wait to put what I learn into practice.
Scott K.
It’s a great book. Thanks.
Ethan K.
High production value. Well written.
November V.
I love the anatomical notes and the progression/regression variations
Jon D.
Got the book. Having fun improving my life.
Troy C.
The physical book is well laid out and well detailed, I am excited to see my progress in a few months.
Tiffany D.
I love this book for me and my 11 year old daughter to exercise together. Thank you very much to everyone that worked so hard on such a great book for all ages and improved health!
Janice C.
I’m new to calisthenics and the step by step directions are helpful. I’m not losing weight, I’m trying to gain the muscle I lack so starting with stages of the exercises helps.
Jonathan W.
Well laid out, helpful, and thorough. This is a program that one can actually perform and progress in the demands of today's duties.
Shelley B.
I haven't started yet but have looked through the book and will start soon.
Jewel T.
I love this book! I was overdue for a new workout, and this one I can already tell is going to move me far beyond my previous one. I am excited that I am going to be able to do things that I thought I just couldn’t do and learn how to do new cool things that I didn’t know existed. The illustrations and explanations are really helpful. Thank you so much for making this book and making it accessible to people like me!
Lin R.
Looks and feels great, content is as high quality as the videos we love you for!
Josh C.
Book is very nice, both explanatory and concise in the right ways. I do think the ring binding could be a bit larger - the current size causes some pages to be harder to flip or "overlap" onto others when turning.
Myles H.
Getting this book has kept me motivated to do the routines listed every morning from Monday - Saturday! Having the pages, photos, and descriptions make it not only easy to follow, but easy to try to challenge myself to go further. (Within my limits, of course.)
Nanette G.
It’s so user friendly! I love it!
Maggie B.
Love having the printed version! Nice quality feel to the pages.
Veronica Q.
Love this book - it's well written, very accessible, and even thoughtfully designed to be used while exercising. Been a fan of Hampton for a few years now, and glad to see him and his team thriving. Have a beatiful day!!!
Heather K.
Love it! Thank you
Howard A.
I was initially looking for a systematic, progressive approach to learn how to bridge. I wanted to be able to eventually bridge press, as the old time strong men used to do. Not easy at any age, but especially difficult for an old guy like myself (78). Of course, I went online. Of all those systems I viewed, the method described and demonstrated by Hampton Liu seemed the most sound and sensible. I decided to adopt his method, as described in "Hybrid Calisthenics" into my daily exercise program. Thank you, Hampton!
Rhonda M.
Great! Easy to understand instructions with fantastic pictures.
Becky L.
Exactly what I need as an absolute beginner. It breaks it down to make it do-able at any level. Very excited to get started!
Jake B.
I was just looking for something different to shake up my elderly routine. We will see how it goes. The pictures and instructions seem easy enough to follow. I got the spiral bound edition which lays flat. I have been following the author on You Tube for a while and decided to get his book.
Jason Eckes P.
I am an Elementary PE Teacher. The school year is just beginning but I am a big fan of calisthenics for my K-6th grade students. I have them do a warm-up routine using some of these exercises and movements already but I shared our "next step" when they are ready and the progression they can use to get stronger. It has been extremely motivational in these beginning weeks back to school and I am very excited (and thankful) to see where this goes. Than you so very much!
Christina S.
Good book! The spirals make it easy to use. The sequence is easy to follow (even if I'm not great at doing it consistently).
Autumn M.
Even better than I had hoped. Everything is made simple with practical explanations. The break downs are easier to understand and are well written. Great step by step formula for beginning to advanced.
Alena E.
The book is high quality material that feels like it will last. Exercises are clearly explained with great detail on how to make things easier or harder.
Anthony C.
It helps me do small things around the house which ultimately brought me back to a gym since my injury in Afghanistan.
Patricia H.
Straightforward descriptions accompanied by clear photos depicting correct form, with modifications and progressions for each move provided, and a plan to pull it off with encouragement allowed me to start as soon as I received this manual!!
Randall J.
book layout makes sense, and seems well-presented with good photos of variations
Brendan D.
The book breaks down each move into an easy-to-follow progression, complete with modifications in case one step is too easy or too hard. Very clear. Very well done!
Christopher S.
It shipped very quickly and love the quality of the items. I liked it so much I purchased another and sent it to a friend.
Evian E.
It's a good book to put it all together to see instead of seeing all the scattered bits and pieces from ppl online, a good build to build foundational knowledge just wish it had more tips and tricks on proper form and not hurting yourself, further research is needed
Lawrence C.
Exactly what I was looking for!
Adri G.
The book is great but I have one point of criticism, for the exercise levels it would be nice if there was a time description as to when you should be able to do the exercise effectively. Gives you beter information about if you're doing the exercises correctly, like level 1 wall-pushups it says 2 sets of 30. It would be nice if it states that it will take you about 2 weeks to complete this level. Gives you better insight about if you're training effectively.
Candy D.
I’ve been following you for a long time. The book is a bonus to outstanding information!
Deb W.
I've had this book for a few weeks now. I'm still in the easiest phases of most of the exercises, but am starting to progress to the next. I like the size of the book, the photos for each exercise, and the clear explanations for each exercise for how to do them and how each one benefits us. The colored section tabs are really nice too. The two exercises a day are not that time consuming, which I also appreciate.
Leah S.
The layout is so easy to follow, and I love that it’s spiral so that I can leave the book open while I do the work out. The way it is layed out is very mindful.
May
Love the books coiled spin! Big plus makes it easier to execute each move without worry.
Sandra C.
I really like having the progressions all laid out and clearly explained. I am a newby and I want to start carefully so I do not injure myself.
melanie L.
I was very excited to see this since I had saved the progression videos in various places. It’s nice to have the book too to mark where you are. I have been looking for something exactly like this for a long time
Keith C.
The information is great but the bindings at metal and mine are bent up pretty badly. The pages ripped when turn them.
I tried bend them back as best could, but ended up buying a binder and had the holes punched at the office store.
I feel like for $30, the book itself would've been much quality. I buy hardcover books for less money.
But again, the information and the illustrations are great and I'm working the program.
-Keith C
Obadiah H.
Initial results are amazing!
Exactly what I’ve been seeking for a decade.
Try it!
Get off your lazy ass and do it
Jim D.
I recieved the book. I really like the hybrid philosophy. I am 74 and working my way up to be able to do the fulll exercise is important to me. There are many ways to start in this program.
I think I wwill be sticking with this for a long time.
Thanks so much Hampton
Patrick R.
Great book, even my 4 year old enjoys it. :) Packed full of detailed descriptions on how to do each exercise for anyone.
Joan
I liked everything about this program
David L.
I'm a huge a fan of Hampton's approach to self-care and sharing joy and value. The physical book is an amazing reference when working out, especially when I want to explore the next movements. I love that it's special bound, too!
It's been the perfect introduction for my partner to develop the basic movements and for me to go back to basics and noticing my compensation patterns. Information is setup efficiently to follow the routine. We get excited about our progress towards the next step!
My only nitpick is that I wish there are more notes on physical cues on body engagement on what we should be feeling so we know we are doing the exercises correctly. But this is a book, not a personal trainer, and as a book it's worth the cost for the ease of reference and slight support for Hampton's work!
Bailey
This book is excellent! The exercises are simple to understand and easy to do. I do the exercises along side my mom as a supplement to her physical therapy. It's only been a month since we started doing the exercises but we've seen huge improvements. It wouldn't be exaggerating to call this book a life saver
Rob R.
A goal-oriented program which is extremely detailed and includes all progressions! The book itself is high quality and perfect for training inside or outdoors. Thank you Hampton for being awesome and inspiring me to do what I am able to do, no matter what level I am at!
Petra E.
When back from Germany I will certainly write about my experience.
Madison M.
Love the book!! Great to have a physical copy on hand to minimize any potential distractions with a phone. Very nicely laid out and exercises are well explained. There’s a level and progression for everybody, no matter your starting ability!
Priscilla P.
This shipped and arrived quickly. I also couldn’t be happier with this book. All the information straight forward, clear and really helpful. Thanks for putting this together into a physical format!
Wes C.
Hampton and the team have done an admirable job here: The sequence is both clear and manageable, and the descriptions and pictures are well-thought-out. The spiral binding is a nice touch.
If there's a next edition, I bet it will include worksheets (to keep track of adherence to the program) and another proofreading/editing pass. But none of that should stop you from buying and using this excellent resource immediately.
Eric H.
I’ve bought other books with similar information, but this one lays everything out well and is easy to follow.
Deanna L.
Thank you for sharing this program
Leslie A.
The book is a great complement to the website videos. Easy instructions and photos that explain each exercise. I love that it’s spiral bound so I keep it near my mat and can easily check my form against the photos.
Hannah E.
I've followed Hampton's videos for years now and have dabbled with his program enough to know I love it even if my personal consistency hasn't been great. I got the book at last and have been following along with it for a couple of weeks now. It's VERY achievable even for people who haven't had the best relationship with exercising - like me. So appreciative for the book version of the info so I can keep it visible and looking at me at all times. I needed Hampton's friendly face telling me "you got this" in my little workout corner.
Alaina M.
I absolutely love this book. It's so well made, the design is easy to follow, and the photos are big enough I can prop up the book and reference it while I'm using it.
monserrat
Bought it for myself to get back in shape after letting myself go postpartum. I used to work out a lot but decided to start from the very beginning anyway. It's great. I am noticing uneven strength and mobility on different sides and noticing better posture with after just a week of following the book.
I shared the book with my mom who is in her 60s and she says that she is noticing better posture after just 4 days. The best thing about it, I think, is that the way it's set up makes it really easy to start developing a workout habit. 2 different excercises a day, 2-3 sets each. Doesn't take much time so you have no excuses. Still, you will feel the burn, and you will feel surprisingly sore from what seems like really simple movements.
If you're wondering if it's worth it, it is. Especially if you, like myself, find watching a screen distracting. Referencing the book keeps my mind focused on my task and on what muscles I'm working.
Matthew K.
I'm so happy to have a nicely bound hard copy of this workout plan. Exercising is a time for me to disconnect and take a break from looking at screens. The intro, instructions, and tips are all useful, clear, and succinct. I greatly appreciate the team that put this together. Thank you!
Christina R.
Perfect adjunct to a new workout routine.
Mackenzie R.
This is such a great book for anyone looking to get into calisthenics or reset their training routine independent of a gym. Everything is extremely approachable and meant for long-term fundamental-based success. Would recommend to really anyone!
MELANIE D.
Book includes high quality photos and descriptions of exercises for all fitness levels. The author takes into consideration folks who may be working through an injury. I've followed Hybrid Fitness on YouTube for a long time because Mr Hampton Liu is a wonderful coach with a calm, patient, and inspiring demeanor. The book is reasonably priced, spiral bound (lays flat), and has thick, durable pages. Would make an excellent gift too.
Krystal S.
It's bound nicely. So easy to look through.
Kristen
Great binding and detailed information
Corey J.
Thank you for this book. I will provide before and after photos
Teddy-Jo B.
The Hybrid Calisthenics book has helped me overcome chronic back pain. My husband's flexibility and core strength have greatly improved. The exercises are laid out in an easy to follow format with pictures demonstrating the proper form. I also bought my son a book to help him recover from a back injury. Following this book's exercises has allowed him to return to weightlifting. Awesome book!
Jessica C.
Thank you to the team who is making sure fitness is accessible to everyone! I feel so much more confident in starting my fitness journey at a realistic pace. Thank you for all that you guys do!
Pamela V.
I love the clarity and simplicity. With this book, I don't feel intimidated or overwhelmed. The program details one level at a time and all I need to do is be consistent. It's a simple road map to getting stronger.
Jinny
Great workout book that is very beginner friendly and really makes working out and getting strong feel achievable!
Kaitlyn M.
I love the explanations and photos provided in the book, they are clear making it easy for me to understand what I am aiming for. As an additional bonus I greatly enjoy how the overall book has such a light hearted and encouraging tone throughout. Overall, I found this book super helpful and easy to use. I would definitely recommend!
Mary S.
The book is easy to use, the instructions are clear, and the explanations of exercise form are perfect. I love this program! It meets me where I am. I can use it even with having a muscle condition that usually makes exercise difficult.
Amber C.
I just love how inclusive this program is!
Darren S.
This book is easy to follow and well laid out. I'm just starting my journey toward better health and with this and the videos, I cannot fail! Thank you for creating this!
Colleen M.
The content is wonderfully written, in the same encouraging and supportive manner as Hampton's videos with content for every level of ability! I love the spiral binding that makes it actually usable for following along while doing exercises. Would recommend this to anyone instantly.
Tim J.
Solid build! love the book and very informative! I would absolutely recommend getting this.
Gavin M.
I really love how the progressions are laid out. I was worried I wouldn't be able to do many reps of anything. The incremental steps up to the next maneuver removed all of my concerns.
Jeanne H.
Enjoying the Hybrid Calisthenics Book and especially like that it is spiral bound. Awesome photography and content. Incredibly fast shipping!
I also very much appreciate the youtube Hybrid Calisthenics channel.
Nicole M.
Beautiful, helpful and easy to use! Thanks for doing this, Hampton
John jae H.
This book is extremely well written and informative. I plan on reading it over and over again. It will last 30 + years on my book shelf.
Jason F.
Shipped faster than expected. Great book for all fitness levels.
DANIEL G.
I like that the book is spiral bound. I also like how each exercise has progressions and the book is well put together.
Don D.
Well laid out, easy to read.
All one needs to get off the couch and get started.
Mary F.
Instructions are easy to follow. Exercises are well illustrated with photos. So far I am enjoying the program.
Crystal Y.
I highly recommend to anyone looking to make positive changes in their health.
Thomas J.
Sturdy, layout is convenient and straightforward, clear instructions without being overwhelming, and always positive and stress free. The plan is well thought out, and flexible. I have recommended to others.
Pamela G.
I'm enjoying the book after having enjoyed Hampton's videos for a long time.
It is arranged so that you can easily find the excercises by the colored tabs.
Each movement is explained thoroughly and the pictures are very helpful.
Ava L.
This book is set up so easy to follow and encouraging for any level you are starting at. Thank you Hampden!
