Build Real Strength with Bodyweight & Accessory Work
Forget isolation machines and vanity workouts. We use targeted bodyweight and accessory movements to build a complete, injury-proof physique that actually performs.
On a journey to find the hardest variation of the Nordic hamstring curl, one of the toughest hamstring exercises in existence. Why don't you give it a try?
Full range Nordic hamstring curls from a dead stop. This exercise will quickly humble you if you think you have strong hamstrings. The only progression from here is to add weight.
I've been training Nordic curls for a while, and achieving full range has always been a goal. I can finally do it comfortably on every rep. Come try it at Basebell.
The Nordic hamstring curl is a brutal exercise with amazing carryover to sports. I prefer it over RDLs after heavy squats because it doesn't load the back.
Just another day of moving myself with heavy objects on me. This session included weighted chin-ups and dips to build upper body strength alongside heavy leg work.
A bit of vanity work. Core strength is essential for stabilizing heavy lifts, and exercises like these hanging leg raises help build a rock-solid midsection.
Even on vacation, I find a way to train. A few pull-ups and some work with these awesome wooden dumbbells help build an appetite for more food.
When equipment limits us, creativity runs wild. We figured out how to use the TRX for tricep extensions, and it became a staple in our training for building pressing power.
What's the point of strength without freedom of movement? I incorporate mobility work like this to ensure my joints stay healthy and I can produce force through a full range of motion.
Control. This loaded windmill is an excellent exercise for building shoulder stability, thoracic mobility, and core control all at once.
About Bodyweight & Accessory Strength
You have seen the barbell work, but real athletes know the foundation is built on accessory work. I am talking about Nordic hamstring curls that build bulletproof knees and weighted dips that pack on upper body mass. It is not just about lifting heavy, it is about controlling your own bodyweight under stress. If you cannot handle your own frame, adding a barbell is just ego lifting.
Commercial gyms love machines, but they rarely teach you how to move your own body effectively. At Basebell, we prioritize movements that carry over to real-world performance. The Nordic hamstring curl is my go-to for hamstring development because it isolates the muscle without putting unnecessary load on your lower back—a must for anyone who already crushes heavy squats.
We couple this with weighted chin-ups and dips. These are not fancy exercises, they are honest tests of strength. If you are struggling with mobility, my mobility drills ensure you can hit depth in a squat or overhead press without compensation. Whether you are in Kalyan Nagar or traveling across Bengaluru, this is how you build a physique that is not just for show. There are no mirrors and no AC here, just results.
Manish Naren
I am Manish. I built Basebell because I was tired of commercial gyms ignoring fundamental strength. I do not care about your social media feed; I care about how you move and whether you can truly handle your own body weight under tension.
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