Sophia Go’s strength-training Bookmarks

Research on age-related muscle loss and intervention strategies. Discusses protein requirements, resistance training frequency, and progressive overload principles specifically for maintaining muscle mass in aging populations.

Research review examining resistance training effects on aging populations. Documents improvements in muscle mass, bone density, metabolic health, and functional capacity with appropriate progressive overload protocols.

Systematic bodyweight training approach featuring six main movement patterns with ten progressive levels each. Emphasizes building foundational strength through mastery of basic movements before advancing to complex variations.

Reference charts for evaluating relative strength across various bodyweight exercises. Helps trainers assess client capabilities and set realistic progressive goals based on bodyweight-to-strength ratios for movements like push-ups and pull-ups.

Progressive skill development program for learning handstands from complete beginner to free-standing holds. Includes wrist preparation exercises, balance drills, and troubleshooting common technical issues throughout the learning process.

Minimalist training philosophy emphasizing functional strength and conditioning through creative bodyweight exercises and homemade equipment. Features unconventional training methods and mental toughness development alongside physical preparation.

Systematic approach to achieving your first pull-up or increasing max reps. Covers assistance exercises, negative training, band progressions, and programming strategies for building pulling strength over time.

Structured bodyweight strength program developed by former Olympic gymnastics coach Christopher Sommer. Focuses on building foundational strength through progressive calisthenics and mobility work for long-term athletic development.

Database of Every Minute On the Minute workouts and other HIIT-style training formats. Searchable by equipment, time duration, and movement patterns with new workouts added daily.

Community-developed comprehensive bodyweight training program featuring skill work, strength training, and progressive overload principles. Updated regularly based on scientific evidence and community feedback from thousands of practitioners.