“Ninety percent of this game is half-mental.” - Yogi Berra Ok, so the quote is kind of funny if you sit back and do the math - however you interpret it, the argument could be made that the word "game" could easily be replaced with "life." At least that's been pretty close to my experience. Having grown up in a household with a psychologist Dad and educator Mom, I've always … [Read more...] about Are You MENTAL?
Workout
Something Simple, Something Brutal – a Kettlebell and Bodyweight Workout
Really interesting day - mostly fun even - one of the highlights before class was visiting the really cool no-nonesense studio Leanne Ellington has in Maitland - I may have gotten her hooked on the RKC/HKC style kettlebell swing - we had a blast discussing Primal Move, FMS, and quite honestly geeked out just a heck of a whole lot. I felt like having a simple class (even … [Read more...] about Something Simple, Something Brutal – a Kettlebell and Bodyweight Workout
Halloween, Primal Move, Kettlebells and all that good stuff
First off, HAPPY HALLOWEEN, everyone! :) Feel free to grab a pumpkin (not carved, that's cheating) and use it to do some Russian Twists, or as a medicine ball replacement! I have some friends who have developed pumpkin-based boot camp workouts! Even though I am a total "choco-snob" there's a distinct chance that I will probably eat a "fun size" Snickers or maybe a Reeces … [Read more...] about Halloween, Primal Move, Kettlebells and all that good stuff
A Case of the Mondays – Kettlebell and Friends Workout
A few ill-timed inconveniences today were a bit... frustrating. And it was time to well... fix that with some good old fashioned exercise-induced endorphins. It was also a good time to sandwich in some technique and Primal Move practice as well. The weather was really nice today, so we took full advantage of that. Even though class size was small today, a LOT of work got … [Read more...] about A Case of the Mondays – Kettlebell and Friends Workout
Up for a Challenge?
My super cool friends from The EDGE Team Performance Center and Kettlebell Club in Dayton, Ohio had an event years ago - it's a fun conditioning workout test that you can do infrequently to check on your progress. Here's the scoop - I did it backwards - accidentally on purpose* (choose a moderate sized kettlebell** - or one that you train with regularly) and: Start your … [Read more...] about Up for a Challenge?
Courthouse Calisthenics Workout….
So, I was called in for jury duty, which of course caused me a whole lot of tooth-gnashing and concern... would I get stuck on something for days and days (my greatest fear), or would they let me go? The good news - after making me and about 900 other people sit around for most of the day, they ended up not needing me. Considering the proliferation of snack machines and … [Read more...] about Courthouse Calisthenics Workout….
A Kettlebell Workout for a Fit Beginner
Someone not new to fitness, but new to kettlebells can present an interesting programming challenge. Frankly, it's a great reason to focus on basics, and great for advanced people too. Combos like this are also useful for people who may have somehow lost the groove of their swing, are coming back from vacation, etc. Honestly, it's always a great idea to revisit the basics … [Read more...] about A Kettlebell Workout for a Fit Beginner
Sloshy Times… A Workout for Kettlebells and Sloshpipe
Some of the head honchos over at Savage Race train with us, and one brought along some special gifts today. Now... these are the guys who create some of the wickedest, most mean looking mud runs around... this is NOT a race for the weak. Some of the obstacles are downright sadistic. There... I said it. Anyway if you are up for an extreme challenge, go check out their site and … [Read more...] about Sloshy Times… A Workout for Kettlebells and Sloshpipe
Hurrah Hurrah It’s Track Day!
The weather was actually *NICE* out today, and it seemed like a good time as any to take a little trek down to the local running track - it's part of a city park, so everyone can use it. Given the good weather, there were all kinds of things going on - kids soccer practice, a running group, all kinds of stuff, and a friend's local bootcamp showed up as we were leaving - so it … [Read more...] about Hurrah Hurrah It’s Track Day!
Tough Love for the Kettlebell Clean Part TWO – a Practice Workout
Having just returned from the San Diego RKC, I had plenty of scribbled notes, new cues, and fun combos for my kettlebell small group class... and don't worry, Wednesday people, your time is coming! :) One of the TOUGHEST kettlebell exercises to learn and to teach can be the clean. But, it's incredibly worthwhile to persist with it, even though it can be frustrating. I … [Read more...] about Tough Love for the Kettlebell Clean Part TWO – a Practice Workout
