These past couple of weeks there have been a number of really cool ideas out there in the kettlebell and advanced fitness world. These combined with the need of the kettlebell small group to work on technique inspired me to create this intermediate-level full body kettlebell workout with a middle portion that focuses on fine tuning technique for kettlebell swings and snatches. … [Read more...] about Revenge of the Franken-Workout!!
Happy Monkey Bar Monday — with Monkey Bar Alternative! [VIDEO]
Hope you had a great 4th of July weekend! I've been meaning to make more #MonkeyBarMonday videos, and when I drove by the park between errands realized that some people seem to have today off, so there were actually quite a few kids and families on the monkey bars. It was more than enough of an excuse to avoid any 5-year-olds and their "Mommy, why's that lady on our monkey … [Read more...] about Happy Monkey Bar Monday — with Monkey Bar Alternative! [VIDEO]
Post First Ever UK PCC Report, a Parallel Bars Video, and Some Silly Things Too!
Click here to read the PCC blog post that goes with this photo! Those of you who were following along last Weds/Thursday on Instagram and Youtube know that the journey out to the first ever Progressive Calisthenics Certification (PCC) Workshop in the UK was a little bit.... challenging. The weather plus "waitng on equipment" had me scrambling to get canceled flights … [Read more...] about Post First Ever UK PCC Report, a Parallel Bars Video, and Some Silly Things Too!
Descent Into Strength: A Quick Intermediate Level Bodyweight and Kettlebell Workout
This is a workout I do (there are several variations) when there's not a lot of time, but I want to get a reasonable amount of strength work/practice done along with some conditioning as well. It's cobbled together from the ideas of several sources, and is easily adjustible to whereever you are. I'm so fond of it and its variations that it is scrawled on a small piece of … [Read more...] about Descent Into Strength: A Quick Intermediate Level Bodyweight and Kettlebell Workout
Video A Go Go! Two Exercise Tutorial Videos (bodyweight rows, floor wipers) and Organic Vegetable Unpacking!
VIDEO ROUND-UP!! I would have called this "Videodrome" but there's no Debbie Harry involved, and thankfully no "David Cronenberg style movie events" have taken place. Shame on me! I've had the first video (shot at Thompkins Square Park in NYC) uploaded and (accidentally) hidden on my YouTube account for WEEKS. This piece goes through a little bit of the Bodyweight Rows (aka … [Read more...] about Video A Go Go! Two Exercise Tutorial Videos (bodyweight rows, floor wipers) and Organic Vegetable Unpacking!
Stress Buster: A Two-Part Workout For Kettlebells, Sandbag, and Pull Up Bar
Still finding the time to tell you about the adventures of the past few weeks (wow this is getting embarrassing!!!) BUT in the mean time I'll share with you a really fun workout from last week. It was first intended as a stand alone for home, then a friend wanted to meet up and just blow off some steam after work with a little "cardio". Put together this combo is a neat … [Read more...] about Stress Buster: A Two-Part Workout For Kettlebells, Sandbag, and Pull Up Bar
A Challenging Workout For A Time Of Less Thinking
There's a lot more to write and a lot more adventures to share, but I wanted to put this little workout here to tide you over. It's an appropriate interlude since it was designed to help out on a day when I figured that at least one member of the kettlebell small group (including myself) would be experiencing or approaching "decision fatigue". It's just that kind of week, so … [Read more...] about A Challenging Workout For A Time Of Less Thinking
Cauliflower Fried Rice
This recipe is not an exact science, and seems to be best made with some experimentation and customization in mind! It's also a great use for leftovers or if you purchased a lot of organic cauliflower because it was on sale! Cauliflower Fried Rice This recipe is not an exact science, and seems to be best made with some experimentation and customization in mind! It's … [Read more...] about Cauliflower Fried Rice
Kibbi Spiced Slider Patties
A simple but really different tasty Mediterranean flavor for slider patties... Kibbi Spiced Slider Patties A simple but really different tasty Mediterranean flavor for slider patties 1 lb grass-fed beef (ground (I like 85% for this, but any will do))1/4 cup crushed walnuts (can also be minced)1/3 cup white onion (very finely minced)1/2 tsp sea salt (or to … [Read more...] about Kibbi Spiced Slider Patties
The 6PM Shred Kettlebell, Bodyweight and Battling Rope Workout
On a lark I decided to try the 21 Day Kettlebell Swing Challenge from Josh Hillis - I needed some variety and direction with the conditioning portion of my personal workouts - and thought it looked like a whole lot of fun. I'll be varying the program a little to make room for my favorite bodyweight practice items that happen throughout the day, but should be staying true enough … [Read more...] about The 6PM Shred Kettlebell, Bodyweight and Battling Rope Workout