Before we get into it, please be sure to check out my recent interview with original Battling Ropes System creator, John Brookfield! I was surprised at more than a few of his answers - and am that much more psyched to attend the upcoming Battling Ropes Instructor Certification workshop! OK! So, once again I revisited a favorite Dan John article to read up on a particular … [Read more...] about Cruise Control Kettlebell Swing Workout Inspired by Dan John
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100 Little Things Kettlebell OODA Loop Workout, Neuro-Grip Challenge is in Paperback!
First off, this is going to be brief. It's one of those weeks. And with the PCC in NYC coming up this weekend I've got quite a lot of stuff to finish up before heading up there. But I've been sitting on this OODA loop workout for too long, and want to share at least the basics of it with you. It's from a strategy portion of an upcoming project that I'm finishing, so putting it … [Read more...] about 100 Little Things Kettlebell OODA Loop Workout, Neuro-Grip Challenge is in Paperback!
Three Kettlebell Get-Up Game Changers… (and a bonus controversial one) With VIDEO
Hope I’m not giving the impression that the get-up is chock full of pitfalls, peril, and potential catastrophe. But I do know that the get-up can be overwhelming and frustrating not only for kettlebell newbies but also for people trying to teach it. This post is aimed at both the people who may be new to the get up as well as the people who might be TEACHING the get … [Read more...] about Three Kettlebell Get-Up Game Changers… (and a bonus controversial one) With VIDEO
Ask GiryaGirl: A Kettlebell Technique Get-Up PET PEEVE and How to Fix It…
First of all, before anyone thinks I'm about to get all preachy over here about the get-up, let's get some things straight... many years ago before even training with an RKC instructor (I had a hard time finding one at the time) I tried to teach myself the get-up. And I really wish that I had video of that to show you, because I would somehow end up facing the opposite … [Read more...] about Ask GiryaGirl: A Kettlebell Technique Get-Up PET PEEVE and How to Fix It…
21 Kettlebell Workouts from Master RKC Dan John, Valuable Programming Tips, and What to Do After Your HKC Workshop!
Just a quick note here for you to check out Dan John's new post on the RKC Blog. Basically he outlines the importance and power of the one-day HKC workshop for trainers, instructors, coaches, and yes even serious fitness enthusiasts! Then he goes on to describe 21 days of workouts to be done after the HKC experience to really help cement the training, understanding, and to … [Read more...] about 21 Kettlebell Workouts from Master RKC Dan John, Valuable Programming Tips, and What to Do After Your HKC Workshop!
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?!
Podcast with Mike Krivka – Upcoming HKC (and why the HKC is so awesome) some Workouts and serious Kettlebell TIPS!
UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY! Learn & get certified in professional strength kettlebell essentials w/ Sr RKC Mike Krivka & I in Jacksonville, FL for a Hardstyle Kettlebell Certification (HKC) Workshop. ALSO please note that the HKC is now approved for 0.8 ACE CECs, and 0.8 NASM CEUs!!! See you there!! :) **PODCAST recorded fresh 3/7/2015 DIRECT MP3 LINK** with Mike Krivka … [Read more...] about Podcast with Mike Krivka – Upcoming HKC (and why the HKC is so awesome) some Workouts and serious Kettlebell TIPS!
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
Ask GiryaGirl: Should I go for the RKC the HKC or the PCC? Master the Kettlebell or Enter the Kettlebell?
These questions pop up a lot in day to day life online, in person, and always in email. So, it seems more than fair to answer them here for you too! Q: I'm a personal trainer, group fitness instructor, strength coach, exercise enthusiast, etc. I want to learn more about kettlebells and fitness in an intensive way, which workshop should I choose? What's the difference … [Read more...] about Ask GiryaGirl: Should I go for the RKC the HKC or the PCC? Master the Kettlebell or Enter the Kettlebell?
Ask GiryaGirl: To Chalk or Not to Chalk When Swinging or Snatching Kettlebells?
A lively discussion erupted online the other day surrounding the use of chalk with kettlebells. This is another one of those interesting situations where there's no one right answer, there's the right answer for you--which also may or may not be situation dependent! So in an effort to hopefully help you or your clients, here's some of my personal observations which may or … [Read more...] about Ask GiryaGirl: To Chalk or Not to Chalk When Swinging or Snatching Kettlebells?