Q: How big a deal is it to stay at the hotel? I'm local to the cert, and it wouldn't be a huge deal to drive home (15-30 mins depending on traffic). Also, I have a 2 1/2 yr old and a 7-month old, and I'm thinking that putting my mommy hat back on might bring me out of a zone I need to stay in. Every time I think that staying in a hotel so close to home is silly, I think about … [Read more...] about More Questions about RKC Workshops
Variation on another Iron Tamer Idea….
Modified another great Master RKC David "Iron Tamer" Whitley idea to suit my small group kettlebell class tonight. Grab your Gymboss timer and a moderately sized kettlebell for this one! They did 3 rounds of the following: Kettlebell in the right hand, stepping backwards into lunges with the right leg - for 30 sec Kettlebell in the left hand, stepping … [Read more...] about Variation on another Iron Tamer Idea….
Stack Attack!
Here's another variation on a kettlebell stacking workout - though there are a few different drills for variety, I also chose these particular exercises to not overwork my kettlebell group on some exercises we had really hammered the previous session. A more traditional approach can be seen here: another stacked timed sets workout Stacking workouts are great ways to really … [Read more...] about Stack Attack!
Double Trouble II A Small Mixed Bag to Practice Double Swings, Cleans, Presses etc.
Typical joint mobility warm up, 20 swings with one kettlebell to continue that warm up THEN, with 2 kettlebells of moderate to light weight - Set Gymboss timer for 5 sets of 30:30 (both intervals are 30 seconds) Double swings for 30 seconds, then rest for 30 seconds, repeat 5 (or more!) times Double kettlebell cleans practice for a few moments if these are new - remember … [Read more...] about Double Trouble II A Small Mixed Bag to Practice Double Swings, Cleans, Presses etc.
A 500 Challenge – With provisions for enclosed spaces
My intensive small group participants are really starting to have fun with their workouts - and just as exciting you can really see the healthy changes happening almost right before your eyes. They've all lost between 3-8 pounds each or more without any super drastic changes to their diets - mindful portions and avoiding junk food. Nothing extreme. So tonight was a make … [Read more...] about A 500 Challenge – With provisions for enclosed spaces
GiryaGirl.TV First Episode! :)
You've waited long enough - check it out - featuring interviews and surprises! Be sure to vote for my on DragonDoorTV's Blog Contest - its still on for just a little while longer, so help me out! :) Watch their show and scroll down to vote: DragonDoor.TV Want to hear more background on this whole thing? Join The Best 30 Days (free) and check out day 23! … [Read more...] about GiryaGirl.TV First Episode! :)
What are the proper steps I should take to become RKC certified?
From a new friend on Twitter: Hello! I just recently became addicted to kettlebells, and am wondering what the proper steps are to becoming certified RKC? Congrats on picking a great exercise modality! Kettlebells have been absolutely indispensable in my quest for fitness - a total game changer (pardon the cliche) that have helped me achieve a level of fitness … [Read more...] about What are the proper steps I should take to become RKC certified?
A Sunday Practice Time Workout
Friday night's class was rained out! But we made up for that today - its basically a twist on program minimum with a couple extras thrown in for fun. Start with your favorite joint mobility exercises then On your best time (just taking breaks as needed) do 5 rounds of the following Kettlebell Halo - 5 Right, 5 Left 20 Swings (one or two hands your choice!) … [Read more...] about A Sunday Practice Time Workout
Update on the Blog Contest –
Just a quick statement - I'm both honored and surprised to be in the DragonDoor.TV blog contest - even MORE surprised to still even be a going concern. I've slowly built this blog/site for over a year, enlisting friends to help with the logo design, general design (traded a printer and synthesizer for that from an artist friend). In the process, learned how to use both the … [Read more...] about Update on the Blog Contest –
Setting Personal Records in the garage with Coach Tim Shuman, RKCII
Did I get your attention with that "double beast press" tag there? Before you start calling me out, I wasn't the one who did it, Tim Shuman did. The double "beast" kettlebell press is something that he's been working on for a while - FYI those kettlebells weigh 106lbs EACH, so... yeah... and before you get all "I lift more than that on a barbell, bro" remember kettlebells … [Read more...] about Setting Personal Records in the garage with Coach Tim Shuman, RKCII
