Even with all the rain lately, I've managed to write (and do) quite a few really fun outdoor workouts While working out in a gym or indoors (the living room here is pretty much a gym at this point) is nice, especially in the summer, working outdoors is always a special treat, even in the 90-something degree NC summer. It cracks me up though, since moving here how … [Read more...] about Workout Wednesday: Workout Videos, Two Kettlebell and Bodyweight Workouts & Skill Training For Active Rest
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Austin Adventures with the SCC and HKC – Plus a Workout and Mobility Stuff!
Ever have one of those trips where you come back and you know you've changed in some way? This was definitely one of those! And I mean that in a good way. There was no shortage of adventure and excitement this past weekend in Austin, Texas. In fact for one of the more action packed parts, I am only half-joking about exaggerating it a little and writing it up as a … [Read more...] about Austin Adventures with the SCC and HKC – Plus a Workout and Mobility Stuff!
A Mind Bender Workout for Cardio, Strength, Power, and Grit
So, I have a weird habit of taking on (or creating) a smaller project to break up a larger project. It means I basically do "work" as a "break" and is part of the reason I get a lot of various things done in a small amount of time. Many years ago I discovered that I don't so much need or want a "break", it's more that I need a change of subject. A mental flavor changer...* One … [Read more...] about A Mind Bender Workout for Cardio, Strength, Power, and Grit
12 Days of Christmas Stacking Challenge, Christmas Past Blog Round-up, Quick Workout Alternatives
FLASHBACK!!!!! Originally posted last year, but I found it (Thanks Facebook Memories) and then thought, let's get it out again! :) :) Let me know if you try the challenge! :) Did you eat too much turkey? Pie? Ham? Mashed potatoes? Maybe your aunt made that infamously irresistable mac n cheese like mine did this year.... maybe you got a crispy corner piece of it like I … [Read more...] about 12 Days of Christmas Stacking Challenge, Christmas Past Blog Round-up, Quick Workout Alternatives
Last Second Cyber Monday Gift Set Advice!
Noticed that some of you are putting together some very smart combinations of kettlebells, but not everyone may understand the same gift-giving logic. If you're in the continental US, then now is the time to take advantage of Dragon Door's sale - it's ending tomorrow at noon central (11/29/16 1PM Eastern). As many of us already know, the cost of shipping a heavy kettlebell … [Read more...] about Last Second Cyber Monday Gift Set Advice!
Podcast Week? I’m a Guest on the Hammer Shed Podcast & Look What You Can Do with the New Pull Up Bar!!
Hurrah! I was a guest on the Hammer Shed Podcast recently, and it looks like the page updated today! Click here to listen and check it out - it's interesting to be the guest instead of the host, and requires actually being mindful to not snap into "host mode" and start asking the questions... caught myself a couple times, but it seems to have ended up just fine :) There's a … [Read more...] about Podcast Week? I’m a Guest on the Hammer Shed Podcast & Look What You Can Do with the New Pull Up Bar!!
Busy Day Workout for All Of The Things!
My internet nerd friends get the reference there "all the things". Named that because well, there's mobility, calisthenics (pull-ups), kettlebells, and sandbag. Once again, Monday was being Monday and full of all kinds of interesting business related challenges. Still... I wasn't about to skip a workout because of that. After seeing a really fun Facebook Live video of some … [Read more...] about Busy Day Workout for All Of The Things!
Fun Calisthenics Grip Training Challenges – All you need is a Pull-Up Bar and a Towel!
Honored to be on the PCC Blog again today! :) Grip Strength for Greater Triumphs is my 16th post over there, and it's still always exciting. If you are visiting because of that post, then thank you very much for clicking though. There's a video below that demonstrates a drill that I hinted about in the blog post. It's a fun way to add a little bit extra grip and coordination … [Read more...] about Fun Calisthenics Grip Training Challenges – All you need is a Pull-Up Bar and a Towel!
The “Garage Band” Kettlebell and Bodyweight Workout
Long ago, when I was a teenager, kids would get together with various musical instruments, take over the family garage or basement and (usually) make a terrible racket. Sometimes decent bands would form this way, or decent enough bands. Though much like the style of exercise many of us do, the value was in the practice, and there might ultimately be no great competition or … [Read more...] about The “Garage Band” Kettlebell and Bodyweight Workout
Guest Appearance on GMB Podcast Plus Experiments with RKC Armbars and Drones!
Normally I'm the one asking the questions, so you can imagine how fun (and such an honor) it was to be a guest on the GMB (Gold Medal Bodies) Podcast this past week. And in a very fun coincidence, the inteview I conducted with Kirsty Grosart for DragonDoor.com also came out around the same time! You may remember Kirsty from an earlier episode of my podcast a few months ago … [Read more...] about Guest Appearance on GMB Podcast Plus Experiments with RKC Armbars and Drones!
