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What is better Calisthenics or Weight Lifting?

 In this article, I will argue for both sides of this topic and want to hear what you guys have to say about it as well.  I will lay out the benefits of why I believe each side is better and will not take one side over the other.

To start, let's talk about why Calisthenics is better.  Firstly, I want to describe what calisthenics is: it is pretty much bodyweight workouts requiring many compound movements.  Calisthenics is better because it requires little to no equipment and you can save a lot of money by doing this.  As well as that, this type of working out is so much better for weight loss compared to weight lifting.  Since calisthenics requires a lot more movement, it is much easier to burn fat and strengthen your muscles.  We are not all trying to look like bodybuilders and calisthenics will give us that cut physique that we are looking for.  Also, these movements are a lot more common in things like sports or physical activities so this will give us an edge if we are still competing in those.  So, calisthenics is better for weight loss, burning unwanted fat, and also giving you the best physique that will not be too bulky.


The other topic, weight lifting, is pretty self-explanatory.  I think everyone knows what I am talking about when I say this.  This type of workout will single out different muscles and is a much better way of growing stronger.  As well as this, you will also be able to see improvement in everyday life.  You will be able to lift things easier, and also for athletes, you need to be strong in order to excel in your sport.  Weight lifting is also a great way to burn unwanted calories and will also burn fat.  As well as this, with weight lifting, you will grow bigger.   So weight lifting is better because of the strength you gain from it and also you will gain mass in your body while burning fat.

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