Those of you who are already subscribed to the GiryaGirlTV Youtube channel may have already seen these videos when I uploaded them a few days ago... However, a little more explanation might be useful too. In a hyperscripted, photoshopped, over-produced world (and with my self-imposed "ambitious" workschedule) it can be fun to just knock out a video off the cuff. So, let me … [Read more...] about Video Time! Tips for Kettlebell Cleans, Presses, Snatches, and a Circuit I Did in the Driveway
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Ask Giryagirl: More Tips to Fix Your Hardstyle Kettlebell Swing [VIDEOS!]
Every now and then, friends and former clients who've moved away will send along a video of their kettlebell swing. "Does this look right?!" or "What am I doing wrong?!" etc. And before we even get to the fact of the different legitimate styles of kettlebell swings (I practice and teach the RKC hardstyle kettlebell swing, but there's also a GS "Girvoy Sport" style of swing, … [Read more...] about Ask Giryagirl: More Tips to Fix Your Hardstyle Kettlebell Swing [VIDEOS!]
Ask GiryaGirl: I just learned the kettlebell swing… Now what?!
So - you may have had your first visit with an RKC or HKC instructor and learned to do the kettlebell swing ! (Big shout out to Mark, Nick, and Tony!) Now you're back home, have given yourself a rest and are no longer gnashing your teeth because of being sore in weird places. Where to start?! Here's a couple of routines you can use to reinforce and practice what you … [Read more...] about Ask GiryaGirl: I just learned the kettlebell swing… Now what?!
Workout Wednesday with a Kettlebell Technique Tune Up, Workout and Single Kettlebell Combination!
So... it's "Workout Wednesday" all around the internet... or at least that's what the popular Twitter hashtag would have us believe. All of YOU know that we don't just work out on Wednesday, but hey... its a good enough day as any to talk about it. And we certainly have a lot of fun things to talk about today! First of all, if you haven't already checked out the new RKC … [Read more...] about Workout Wednesday with a Kettlebell Technique Tune Up, Workout and Single Kettlebell Combination!
The Key to the Kettlebell Swing: The Hip Hinge
No matter how much we talk about the hip hinge, revisiting it is always time well spent. In fact it's a good idea to revisit the hip hinge whenever your kettlebell swing just isn't... feeling right or if you're wondering why a weird little 5'3" 125-130lb almost-middle-aged woman with a questionable hairdo is able to swing a 106lb kettlebell. The kettlebell swing is a simple … [Read more...] about The Key to the Kettlebell Swing: The Hip Hinge
In Defense of Very Heavy Kettlebells… and Why I Love Having Them Around…
While very heavy swings are certainly not recommended for beginners, intermediate to advanced kettlebell maniacs might want to consider the challenge. For one it can be both a serious ego check (at first) and a real ego builder (a little later). And ladies, do NOT shy away from heavy when you're ready... short sets of heavy swings make for some glorious glutes, and bring … [Read more...] about In Defense of Very Heavy Kettlebells… and Why I Love Having Them Around…
Kettlebell and Bodyweight Circuit Workout – Descent into Madness (Descending Ladder)
Here's a fun one from the kettlebell small group yesterday. We reinforced the "kettlebell wagon" to make it more heavy duty - while it's rated for 700lbs, the manufacturers seem to have thought we'd only use it for bags of mulch, not heavy iron kettlebells... a precision cut piece of plywood did the trick, so look for more heavy swing/deadlift workouts in the near … [Read more...] about Kettlebell and Bodyweight Circuit Workout – Descent into Madness (Descending Ladder)
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
Let’s Catch Up a Little…. Hip Hinge Review, an Interview, and MORE!
Here's another example of dowel hip hinges and how to program them into a swing workout https://www.giryagirl.com/Mindful-Monday-Kettlebell-Swing-Form-Intensive-Workout More notes about the hip hinge and swing fixins: https://www.giryagirl.com/kettlebells-at-the-absolute-beginning Ian Holmes on hand care and the soft tissues of the … [Read more...] about Let’s Catch Up a Little…. Hip Hinge Review, an Interview, and MORE!
Mega-Swing Monday: A Kettlebell Workout and Swing Practice
Mega Mondaaaaaayyyyy or something like that! This workout is a good example of how you can make a workout out of "just a bunch of kettlebell swings" without it being boring. Personally I don't find swings to be at all boring, but I'm thinking about each and every rep. You should be too. This is an intermediate-advanced sort of thing so, don't dive into it if you're not … [Read more...] about Mega-Swing Monday: A Kettlebell Workout and Swing Practice
