This past weekend was the 2nd ever PCC workshop, and once again it was a fantastic experience. The attendees were incredibly accomplished and really soaked up and applied everything we threw at them. As always it's a sheer joy to support and help Al and Danny Kavadlo--their enthusiasm is infectious. The volume of the weekend helps to justify some pretty awesome dinners … [Read more...] about The 2nd Ever Progressive Calisthenics Certification Workshop Recap, Logan Christopher Podcast, Mental Stuff
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What do Personal Trainers, Strength Coaches, Federal Agents, and Breakdancers Have in Common?
The answer of course is a love of Progressive Calisthenics! This past weekend was the first ever PCC (Progressive Calisthenics Certification) Workshop, and I'm still honestly just reeling in joy with how well it went. We all had high expectations - as instructors, as participants etc. But I can safely say that everyone's expectations were exceeded. I was honored to be … [Read more...] about What do Personal Trainers, Strength Coaches, Federal Agents, and Breakdancers Have in Common?
Workshop Experiences by Guest Writers
Here's a small but growing collection of workshop experiences by guest writers - check out the RKC, HKC and more from different perspectives - AND if you have an experience to share, PLEASE contact Adrienne - you may be selected to write it up!!!! HKC: Katie Harrell and the HKC Modesto Experience HKC: Zac Zech and the HKC Fort Collins Experience … [Read more...] about Workshop Experiences by Guest Writers
Some Interesting Resources….
Most but not all of you may know about Dragon Door's new blogs - the RKC Blog and the Progressive Calisthenics Blog. Both are still fairly new, but the articles are varied and often very relevant to most people who love these modes of training. I've even found tips which have helped greatly with some of my clients. Its also a great resource to send your advanced clients … [Read more...] about Some Interesting Resources….
Neuro-Mass Photoshoot with Jon Bruney, Matt Maher and Dragon Door!
Recently returned home from an incredible experience in MN with Dragon Door. Watching the seasoned photography crew from so many past Dragon Door books come together and work so seamlessly was a sight to be seen! While I had a very short stint as a "model" as a kid in the 1980s (funny story, involves a giant pool of cold water, goggles, and a whole lot of clothes pins), … [Read more...] about Neuro-Mass Photoshoot with Jon Bruney, Matt Maher and Dragon Door!
Boston Weekend (Part 1) and Dragon Door 18kg and 22kg Kettlebell Unboxing Video
Those of you following along on Instagram had a few sneak previews of some of the big fun this past weekend in Western MA and Boston - the adventure began with helping Amber of GiryaScope (Boston) lead a 4 hour intro/fine tuning kettlebell workshop at CrossFit Swarm in Westfield. The workshop sold out - and despite the freezing weather, showed up ready to learn and work. I … [Read more...] about Boston Weekend (Part 1) and Dragon Door 18kg and 22kg Kettlebell Unboxing Video
Ask GiryaGirl: Confusion with HKC, RKC, SFG, Photoshoots, Grab n Go Foods
This has been the week for very meaningful conversations. In addition to many messages, emails, and phone calls with friends and fellow instructors/trainers and aspiring instructors, I've conducted over 5 very intensive interviews this past week (and this week isn't nearly over yet). I can't wait for them to be ready to share. Some of the personal stories are inspiring to say … [Read more...] about Ask GiryaGirl: Confusion with HKC, RKC, SFG, Photoshoots, Grab n Go Foods
Catching Up a Little – Interviews, Reviews, Congratulations,and Some Fun!
First off - hope you're taking some time to honor our veterans today on Veteran's Day - a big shout out and thank you to all veterans! It was a busy time last week - but I wanted to kind of recap some of it here, if you missed a few items from Facebook etc. HUGE congratulations to my good friend and fellow Floridian, Laurel Blackburn - she was promoted to RKC Team Leader … [Read more...] about Catching Up a Little – Interviews, Reviews, Congratulations,and Some Fun!
RKC-related interviews by Adrienne Harvey of GiryaGirl.com published Elsewhere
I've had some fantastic opportunities to meet some amazing people in the fitness community this year - and these interviews capture the essence of these conversations, dialogs, etc. I have literally come away from every interview with game changing information. Hope that you enjoy them too - as they are published around the 'net they'll be cataloged here. Right now most of … [Read more...] about RKC-related interviews by Adrienne Harvey of GiryaGirl.com published Elsewhere
Interview with Rachel Cosgrove on Dragon Door, and Getting Creative with Outdoor Workouts
Rachel Cosgrove recently received the coveted I.D.E.A. Personal Trainer of the year award (2012) and has helped so many people make healthy lifestyle changes. We had the chance to talk a little on the final day of the San Diego RKC Workshop, where she passed and became an RKC. She shared some of the recent great success that her team at Results Fitness has had after … [Read more...] about Interview with Rachel Cosgrove on Dragon Door, and Getting Creative with Outdoor Workouts
