Jiji Calisthenics Workout: Train Like the Evil‑Eye Hybrid Athlete
In this episode of the Anime Training Series, we’re covering Jiji from Dandadan!
Jiji has one of the most underrated physiques in modern anime — aesthetic, athletic, and primed for explosive performance. He’s the definition of a hybrid athlete, and after countless requests, he absolutely deserves a place in our anime catalog.
This workout program will help you build the conditioning of a high‑level striker with the explosiveness of the Evil Eye. And the best part? You only need your bodyweight and a jump rope. You can do this workout anywhere.
Let’s get into it.
Physical Stats
Name: Jin Enjoji
Height: Estimated 5’10” (177.8 cm)
Weight: Estimated ~150 lbs (68 kg)
Abilities:
Psychic power with exorcist-level precision
Durable body that resists trauma and possession
Surprising explosive strength and agility
Highly developed core control and stillness
Mental toughness and emotional restraint
Training Principles
1. Striker Conditioning: Soccer strikers are known for being quick, agile, and explosive from minute one to minute ninety. To replicate this, we use Short Interval Density — shorter rest, more action.
In the Jiji Jump Rope Workout, rest between rounds is 40 seconds instead of 60, forcing your conditioning to level up fast.
2. The Evil Eye Snap: When the Evil Eye takes over, Jiji becomes lightning quick. To mimic this, we build lower‑body power through plyometrics:
Jumping
Sprinting
Quick‑fire footwork
This program demands leg dominance. Powerful legs aren’t optional — they’re the foundation.
3. Rotational Agility: Athletes, especially soccer players, move in every direction. We train multi‑planar movement to strengthen the obliques and hips, giving you the ability to cut, twist, rotate, and explode with full force.
Jiji Physique Breakdown
This program isn’t just about performing like Jiji — it’s about building a physique inspired by him.
Jiji is the opposite of a blocky, Broly‑type build. He has the physique of a modern athlete:
Low body fat
Slim waist
Tall frame
Deep muscular etching
Here’s what we’re targeting:
1. The “Midfield Engine” Core
Jiji’s core is his powerhouse — deeply defined, tightly wrapped, and built for rotational kicks.
Aesthetic:
Deep 8‑pack
Tight waist
High‑definition obliques
Calisthenics Focus:
Bicycle Crunches
Hanging Leg Raises
L‑Sits
2. The “V‑Taper” Shoulders & Back
His tall frame gives him a natural V‑shape, with capped shoulders and a detailed upper back.
Aesthetic:
Lean, athletic delts
Slender but defined back
“Sleeper build” effect
Calisthenics Focus:
Wide‑Grip Pull‑Ups
Pseudo Planche Push‑Ups
3. The “Striker’s” Lower Body (Evil Eye Springs)
Jiji’s legs are his strongest feature — built for sprinting, jumping, and constant movement.
Aesthetic:
Teardrop quads
Corded hamstrings
Spring‑loaded calves
Calisthenics Focus:
Bulgarian Split Squats
Box Jumps
4. The “Deceptive” Forearms & Hands
When the Evil Eye activates, his forearms become vascular and powerful.
Aesthetic:
Veiny, dense forearms
Strong grip musculature
Calisthenics Focus:
Fingertip Planks
Towel Dead Hangs
Jiji Calisthenics Workout
This 5‑day program emphasizes a strong, defined upper body paired with explosive, dominant legs. Each day follows an upper/lower split, and the week finishes with a jump rope circuit that blends conditioning, agility, and power — the perfect recipe for a Jiji‑inspired physique.
Day 1: Jiji Upper Strength
Pseudo Planche Push‑Ups — 4×10–12
Wide‑Grip Pull‑Ups — 4×8–10
Dips — 3×12
Chin‑Ups (3s eccentric) — 3×10
Plank Jacks — 3×45s
Day 2: Jiji Lower Power
Jump Squats — 4×10
Lateral Bounds — 3×15 each side
Bulgarian Split Jumps — 3×8 each leg
Pogo Jumps — 3×30s
Single‑Leg Calf Raises — 4×15
Day 3: Jiji Upper Strength
Archer Push‑Ups — 4×8 each side
Inverted Rows — 4×12
Hanging Leg Raises — 3×12–15
L‑Sit Progressions — 3×Max hold
Fingertip Plank — 3×45s
Day 4: Jiji Lower Power
Box Jumps — 4×8
Explosive Walking Lunges — 3×20 total
Mountain Climbers — 4×45s
Sprinting Burpees (Burpee + 10m sprint) — 3×10
Wall Sits — 3×60s
Day 5: Jiji Full Body & Jump Rope Circuit
Complete 4 rounds. Rest 40 seconds between rounds, 10 seconds between each workout.
Jump Rope (Basic) — 2 min
Bicycle Crunches — 30 reps
Jump Rope (High Knees) — 1 min
Spider‑Man Push‑Ups — 15 reps
Jump Rope (Double Unders) — 1 min
Tuck Jumps — 12 reps
Plank Shoulder Taps — 1 min
