Webinar Hosted by Janie Stel and Catherine Blanchard
- Sport-focused approach to calisthenics for women
- How to build strength and progress athletically
- Training with intent (as a side quest, athlete, or aspiring competitor)
- How to approach the competitive scene
Section 1: Calisthenics as a Sport for Women
- What defines calisthenics as a sport (strength, control, discipline)
- Breakdown of categories:
- Freestyle (dynamic flow, creativity)
- Endurance (high rep strength)
- Weighted reps (strength focus)
- Misconceptions: “Too hard,” “For guys only,” “Not for moms,” “Upper-body strength/training not for the male gaze”
Section 2: Smart Training for Athletic Progress
- Movement patterns to master:
- Pull-ups, dips, push-ups, core compression, bodyline holds
- Weekly structure example (for strength gains & skills
- Recovery & mobility work (especially for moms/postpartum)
- How to track progression: reps, tempo, hold time, deloads
Section 3: Getting Into Competition
- How to know you’re ready:
- Can do strict pull-ups, dips, hold core skills
- Confidence performing in front of others
- Finding beginner-friendly competitions (local or online)
- Practice stage presence + flow
- Mental prep: mindset over nerves
- Real example: 1st comp prep timeline
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