Recently, a friend of mine asked about the grip for the clutch flag. Given that this interesting move is one of my favorites to coach, and one of the most difficult to describe in just words (typing or even on the phone!) it seemed like a good idea to make a video. But before we get to that, I wanted to mention a little bit of backstory. Quite a while ago, even before the … [Read more...] about Clutch Flag Mini Tutorial and Video!
calisthenics
The Scorcher: a Kettlebell and Bodyweight Workout
For whatever reason it seemed like we all had a bit of extra energy to burn off this week, so I planned a real fun one. Part challenge, part skills, part mobility, with a little extra dose of extreme cardio (it is if the kettlebell swings are heavy enough). I am super proud to report that my little band of kettlebell buddies are so advanced at this point that everyone who … [Read more...] about The Scorcher: a Kettlebell and Bodyweight Workout
Pushmi-Pullyu Workout for Kettlebells and Bodyweight Exercises
This wasn't just an excuse to make a silly graphic, I promise. Forgot to share this one from a recent advanced fun session -- we did this one with fairly heavy kettlebells, but never compromising form. We started with a Primal Move warm up then went through the Trifecta from Paul Wade (good stuff -- bridge, l-sit, twist). Did a quick 20 swings with a moderate sized … [Read more...] about Pushmi-Pullyu Workout for Kettlebells and Bodyweight Exercises
My Not-So-Secret Secret Workout Protocol…
Not always a big fan of crowds, so when my neighborhood gets overrun with partiers I usually end up hunkering down and getting a lot of work done. The cost of this is at some point I need to really jump around and burn off some extra energy. Since I’ve been developing recipes I wanted to work up a good appetite to try them too. This past week I had the opportunity to teach a … [Read more...] about My Not-So-Secret Secret Workout Protocol…
Ask GiryaGirl: YOUR Questions About Push Ups, Flags, Neuro-Grips, Hip Hinges, Youngevity?
Been meaning to compile some of these for a while. A number of regular readers of this site send really good questions via email and they are usually things that others will want to know too. This is just barely scratching the surface, but here we go! Q: Is it better to do push ups from kettlebell handles or should I just do regular ones? A: I wouldn’t say “better” … [Read more...] about Ask GiryaGirl: YOUR Questions About Push Ups, Flags, Neuro-Grips, Hip Hinges, Youngevity?
A Fun P.E. Inspired Outdoor Kettlebell and Bodyweight Variation for Small Groups–with VIDEO
We've been having a ton of fun occasionally using a giant soccer field for our small group workouts. A little bit ago, I'd received a SandBell from Hyperwear and was inspired to think about "P.E. games" and related activities that might be fun to add to our workouts... Then I found my old stack of 20 orange plastic cones, and the following workout variations came about. In … [Read more...] about A Fun P.E. Inspired Outdoor Kettlebell and Bodyweight Variation for Small Groups–with VIDEO
Bodyweight Training with Dragon Door and Friends – a handy reference
FYI - here's some of the info about the bodyweight exercise workshop - there will be more journal entries about this very soon: https://www.giryagirl.com/Bodyweight-Workshop-Experience If you're wanting to "play along at home" check out: The Naked Warrior - DVD also available Convict Conditioning Convict Conditioning 2 Or since that particular … [Read more...] about Bodyweight Training with Dragon Door and Friends – a handy reference
Hyperwear Hyper Vest Pro Unisex 10lb Weight Vest
Hyperwear sent me this incredibly cool weight vest for review, and I'm very happy to say that it has performed beyond my expectations. First, a confession--to do weighted bodyweight exercises like pull ups I've either hung a kettlebell off of one foot, or two light light ones (one on each foot), OR as when training for the Iron Maiden Challenge (which WILL be attempted … [Read more...] about Hyperwear Hyper Vest Pro Unisex 10lb Weight Vest
Upcoming Progressive Calisthenics Certification (PCC) Workshops, Carry Over and Putting the “FUN” in Functional
First of all, I'm really pleased to announce that I'll be helping Al and Danny Kavadlo at two upcoming PCC Workshops! One in April in Minneapolis, MN (there's still time for you to register... don't miss it!) and the other in one of my favorite cities in the world, NYC! While a sizeable discount still is in effect for the NYC one, there's a limited number of spots available … [Read more...] about Upcoming Progressive Calisthenics Certification (PCC) Workshops, Carry Over and Putting the “FUN” in Functional
Al Kavadlo Has a Brand New Book Out!
Congratulations to Al Kavadlo, releasing another book, this one focused on what is often (and especially in my case) the missing puzzle piece in strength work... stretching. Because I am a voracious and often insatiable reader (because I like physical books, my collection is daunting) I have read Stretching Your Boundaries in its entirety! Pending putting up an "official" … [Read more...] about Al Kavadlo Has a Brand New Book Out!
