Streetlifting is a rising fitness trend that combines traditional bodyweight exercises—like pullups, dips, muscle-ups, and squats—with added weights.
This unique approach builds muscle strength, improves coordination, and enhances overall fitness by making your body work harder to lift itself plus extra weight.
Unlike conventional weightlifting that often focuses on moving heavy external loads, streetlifting emphasizes functional strength—moving your body efficiently through space.
This helps improve posture, core stability, and joint health, making it an excellent workout for all ages and fitness levels.
Competitions test athletes on their maximum-weight single reps, and scores are adjusted for body weight so lighter athletes can compete fairly.
Training typically involves lifting heavy weights for low reps, targeting muscles responsible for power and explosiveness while strengthening core and lower-back muscles critical for daily movement and injury prevention.
The sport originated in Europe around 2014 and has quickly grown worldwide thanks to its simplicity and accessibility. Unlike complex CrossFit routines, streetlifting is straightforward and easy to understand, which appeals to many fitness enthusiasts.
Besides building strength, streetlifting also offers cardiovascular benefits. Weighted calisthenics raise your heart rate and burn calories, supporting heart health and weight management.
Athletes like William Santiago and Théo Marques Lopez highlight how streetlifting not only builds physical strength but also fosters a motivating community atmosphere. Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned athlete, streetlifting offers a challenging, effective, and fun way to improve your health.
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