7th assignment! Please read all the rules and instructions if you haven't already on the main page: Scavenger Hunt Instructions and Rules. Today's assignment. Please take an instagram picture of an unusual or creative place where you've gotten in a kettlebell or bodyweight (or both) workout. It doesn't have to be super off the wall, but in our small group class here, we've … [Read more...] about Day 7 – #GiryaGirlGame Scavenger Hunt – (Hidden Gym Edition)
The Medieval Mini D.O.E. Workout… aka Track Day v5.0 for Kettlebell, Mace, and Running Track
A couple times of the year, an advanced client or two and I will decide to see where we're at in terms of cardiovascular performance. "Performance" is judged on perceived level of exertion, whether or how much we need to walk at off, how fast we recover, how long we can go non-stop, how long it takes total time (when we even think to time it), etc. Not terribly scientific … [Read more...] about The Medieval Mini D.O.E. Workout… aka Track Day v5.0 for Kettlebell, Mace, and Running Track
Product Review: Beyond Organic Chee-Z Crackers Tomato Basil, Mediterranean, Raw Cheddar
I had to try all three flavors of course - and they're all great! Depending on what you like in a snack you may decide to choose one over the others... or try all three too. Once again, like any of the Beyond Organic products the specs and pedigree of these crunchy little treats is just off the charts - all three varieties start with a proprietary Enzymatically Activated … [Read more...] about Product Review: Beyond Organic Chee-Z Crackers Tomato Basil, Mediterranean, Raw Cheddar
Beyond Organic Steaks and Other Goodies Arrived! Plus Some Real World Reasons to Consider Beyond Organic
Here's a collection of videos for you today! First off - if you aren't already convinced enough (or need help convincing others in your life that you aren't nuts) that we need to really be careful about what we eat, and where it comes from, then check out this very interesting TED talk from an unlikely "real food" advocate. I think the only thing she and I have in common are … [Read more...] about Beyond Organic Steaks and Other Goodies Arrived! Plus Some Real World Reasons to Consider Beyond Organic
A Visit To The Salt Room
It'd been nearly 3 years since I'd had anything even slightly resembling the common cold, so I suppose it was only fair to come down with one. Considering all the planes, trains, buses, rented cars, etc that I've been in over the past few years its pretty surprising, and a decent testament to what I've been doing with exercise and nutrition. Granted, this cold wasn't all … [Read more...] about A Visit To The Salt Room
Primal Move Comes to Gaithersburg and a Visit with Mike Krivka and Phil Ross
The recent Primal Move certification workshop in Gaithersburg (near Washington DC) went really really well. Mike Krivka's gym, CrossFit Koncepts was the perfect location for Primal Move as well as the RKC Recertification with Master RKC Phil Ross on the following day. A large open space, and good heaters running. Between you and me, I was a little concerned that we'd freeze in … [Read more...] about Primal Move Comes to Gaithersburg and a Visit with Mike Krivka and Phil Ross
Quick Update – Al Kavadlo’s Pushing The Limits is Out!!!
It's now available in eBook format from Dragon Door! Al Kavadlo's brand new book - Pushing The Limits: Total Body Strength With No Equipment leaves you NO MORE EXCUSES for not working out! :) The paperback version will be available soon too, but... for those of you who can't wait to get your strong, or soon to be strong little paws on it, then click away! I'm in several of … [Read more...] about Quick Update – Al Kavadlo’s Pushing The Limits is Out!!!
Abracadabra – a Slightly Core-Focused Kettlebell and Friends Challenge!
Small group had FUN with this one tonight - it involved many of our favorite "toys": kettlebells in a variety of weights (12kg, 14kg, 16kg, 24kg), a Battling Rope, and the infamous "evil wheel" (aka the $12 of pain, ab wheel). We began with a Primal Move warm up, then 5 minutes of get-up practice (alternating sides) with a comfortable kettlebell - the focus was for form and … [Read more...] about Abracadabra – a Slightly Core-Focused Kettlebell and Friends Challenge!
3 Tips for Swinging HEAVY Kettlebells From Someone Light
So, you think you have a pretty decent "handle" on the kettlebell swing, or if not, don't go heavy yet. However, when we THINK we have a good grasp of the swing with our usual kettlebell, grabbing a heavier one can make it feel like a whole new challenge. OR... more likely it just decides to show you everything you might be doing wrong. While I don't mind swinging with light or … [Read more...] about 3 Tips for Swinging HEAVY Kettlebells From Someone Light
Double Kettlebell Workout, a Relaxing Recipe, and a Little Podcast
Last night, just for fun I decided to revisit an old favorite workout "Double Trouble III" with some minor modifications - Warm up was Primal Move, and some bridge variations as inspired by Convict Conditioning. Next I did 20 16kg kettlebell snatches* on each side, a short break consisting of refilling the water filter pitcher then trying this really fun backwards roll into … [Read more...] about Double Kettlebell Workout, a Relaxing Recipe, and a Little Podcast
