The “Hidden Strength” Trick (Most People Ignore)

If your bodyweight workouts aren’t getting easier, this might be the reason...

Ever wonder why some people progress insanely fast in calisthenics…
…while others struggle for months, stuck on the same exercises?

It’s not genetics.
It’s not talent.

It’s this one simple trick: Tension.

Most beginners just go through the motions.
They do push-ups, squats, or pull-ups, but their muscles aren’t fully engaged.

The secret? Learn to create full-body tension.

Try this right now:

1️⃣ Do a normal push-up.
2️⃣ Now, do another—BUT:

  • Squeeze your glutes.

  • Brace your abs like you’re about to get punched.

  • Grip the floor with your hands.

Feel the difference?

That’s tension—and it’s what turns basic exercises into strength-building machines.

Apply this to every rep, every set, every workout…
And watch your strength skyrocket.

In the next email, I’ll give you a simple progression system to keep getting stronger week after week.

Stay tuned.

- BodyweightEmpire