I Will Be Iron by Bud Jeffries Both eBook and print formats available I had met Bud Jeffries this past summer after one of the sessions of Andrea Du Cane's Ageless Body Workshop. Being local to the area, he showed up to say hello etc. He's a BIG guy - but that's to be expected since he's very well known in the world of extreme strength, and strongman feats. … [Read more...] about I Will Be Iron
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Convict Conditioning Vol 2
Convict Conditioning 2: Advanced Prison Training Tactics for Muscle Gain, Fat Loss and Bulletproof Abs By Paul "Coach" Wade 354 pages. Paperback or ebook I originally bought this in ebook form as soon as it was available from Dragon Door... then stayed up until 4AM reading it. Considering how much I love the original Convict Conditioning book this shouldn't come as … [Read more...] about Convict Conditioning Vol 2
Giving the SSST a Try and Some Interesting Ideas
One of the things I most enjoy doing is conducting written interviews for Dragon Door. This has put me in touch with such a variety of inspiring people, and has even made lasting friendships too. Being able to share their stories is an honor that is not taken lightly. The other great thing about the interviews is they often give me ideas about challenges I'd like to try. … [Read more...] about Giving the SSST a Try and Some Interesting Ideas
New Book From Paul Wade, Memorial Day Murph Workout and WODDawg.com
First off, super excited that Dragon Door has released (only in eBook form for now, but the paperback will be coming soon!) a brand new book from Paul Wade of Convict Conditioning fame: C-Mass: How to Maximize Muscle Growth Using Bodyweight-Only Training. On the cover you'll probably recognize our pals, Al and Danny Kavadlo, as you'll also see them throughout the next … [Read more...] about New Book From Paul Wade, Memorial Day Murph Workout and WODDawg.com
RKC Orlando 2010 Recap Part One: Thursday Night
After getting settled in (and not having a confrontation with the VERY aggressive bell boys) at the Disney area, official hotel, I made sure to fire up my netbook to see about the wifi - little did I know that after Saturday I just wouldn't have it in me to type for a while. Then, of course it was time to listen to a short list of "motivating songs" which are probably not … [Read more...] about RKC Orlando 2010 Recap Part One: Thursday Night
Interview with Mike Medrano, Pro MMA Fighter and RKC Instructor
I really enjoyed talking with Mike Medrano, a recently certified RKC Instructor who is a pro MMA fighter, and also just an all around very cool guy. His lifelong interest in lifting and athletics have helped form his unique year round approach to training. Check out his interview here on DragonDoor.com. In other news, click over to Instagram and see if you can play … [Read more...] about Interview with Mike Medrano, Pro MMA Fighter and RKC Instructor
A GiryaGirl.com Browser Toolbar for You!
Just for fun, but it might be handy for you too -- I made a fully customized toolbar for web browsers that will let you find info that's important to you on GiryaGirl.com. There's even a few special general tools built in too (for YOUR Gmail, Twitter, and Amazon Universal Wishlist) for fun and easy internet browsing. The toolbar features a quick link to the main page of … [Read more...] about A GiryaGirl.com Browser Toolbar for You!
Some Black Friday Tips with a LOT of VALUE – Kettlebell Size Chart
Pretty sure the people outside the US who read this blog are already shaking their heads in wonder at yet another display of the bizarre "USA Sport" known as Black Friday shopping. Not to worry, I am too. Being 5'3" and not prone to excessive violence means I just shrug and look for deals online. Fortunately this year seems to be bursting with them... and unlike the … [Read more...] about Some Black Friday Tips with a LOT of VALUE – Kettlebell Size Chart
Just Got Back from the First EVER PCC Workshop in Sweden!
As soon as I'm able to form things called "words" and "sentences" more betterer [sic] then I'll have a WHOLE lot to say about the past few days. The first ever PCC Workshop in Sweden exceeded all expectations--especially the incredible skills and ambition of the attendees. Everyone was a friend--it was like we had already known each other for years (not even because of … [Read more...] about Just Got Back from the First EVER PCC Workshop in Sweden!
BIG Celebration at Dragon Door – Offer is Over, But Here’s a Workout!
Yesterday, Dragon Door celebrated reaching over 60,000 likes on their official Facebook page by offering free shipping for the contiguous USA on everything for 24hrs only. Hopefully you were able to take advantage of this offer—I did notice that readers of GiryaGirl.com did seem to take action pretty quick, judging from your clicks!!! I also noticed that many of you were … [Read more...] about BIG Celebration at Dragon Door – Offer is Over, But Here’s a Workout!
