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!
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Revenge of the Franken-Workout!!
These past couple of weeks there have been a number of really cool ideas out there in the kettlebell and advanced fitness world. These combined with the need of the kettlebell small group to work on technique inspired me to create this intermediate-level full body kettlebell workout with a middle portion that focuses on fine tuning technique for kettlebell swings and snatches. … [Read more...] about Revenge of the Franken-Workout!!
Collected Kettlebell and Calisthenics Workouts!
Here are a bunch of fun kettlebell workouts - most of which are admittedly rather advanced - they can be scaled down if necessary, feel free to ask questions. Any excuse to talk more about exercise is a good one :) 100 Little Things Kettlebell OODA Loop Workout, Neuro-Grip Challenge is in Paperback! 21 Kettlebell Workouts from Master RKC Dan John, … [Read more...] about Collected Kettlebell and Calisthenics Workouts!
A Bear (Complex) in the Park — Workout for Kettlebells and Ultimate Sandbags!
Kept going back and forth with how to "rank" this one (I'd type out one line, and then think "oh yeah advanced" type out the next and think "intermediate" then realized... if you are comfortable with all the exercises in the workout then the "level" is really determined by the weights you choose, and the length of the rest breaks you take... so since I had to pick something, I … [Read more...] about A Bear (Complex) in the Park — Workout for Kettlebells and Ultimate Sandbags!
Stress Destroyer Workout for Kettlebell and Pull Up Bar
It'd been a "Monday" for sure, and a friend of mine was definitely up for a challenge so we headed out to the park a good bit later than originally intended, but that's ok. I'm not opposed to occasionally (or somewhat often) working out somewhat late at night. Hince the silly owl graphic there on the left. This workout was heavily influenced and inspired by Zach Even-Esh's … [Read more...] about Stress Destroyer Workout for Kettlebell and Pull Up Bar
Ab-Focused Kettlebell Workout – Home Edition and an Unusual Shake Recipe: Bloodthirsty Goji Dragon!
I've had a lot of requests for home workouts from various clients, friends, and kettlebell small group participants for when either I'm out of town, or they're on vacation, or when schedules just don't work. The following is a simple favorite that doesn't take much "brain power" but will remind you just how much kettlebell swings involve the abs when done correctly. A … [Read more...] about Ab-Focused Kettlebell Workout – Home Edition and an Unusual Shake Recipe: Bloodthirsty Goji Dragon!
Heavy Duty Hand to Hand Kettlebell Workouts
The two versions of this workout are a lot of fun, but should only be attempted if you're VERY comfortable with the 1 arm swing. They also should be performed outside or in a safe area, especially if you're trying 1 arm swings with a heavier kettlebell than usual. Make sure to always keep your form, stop before things get sloppy. You will need to use a strong hip … [Read more...] about Heavy Duty Hand to Hand Kettlebell Workouts
Monday On The Run Day Kettlebell Workout
Most people are running around like maniacs on Mondays - so here's a quick kettlebell workout to start the week off right. This was written for 2 classes - a 50 minute class and a 30 minute class. I'm going to share the short one - now... don't think that short means easy. We began with joint mobility then a small warmup circuit with the "usual … [Read more...] about Monday On The Run Day Kettlebell Workout
A Triplet of Circuits for Kettlebell and Bodyweight
Given that the rain had blown into the "hardest core gym in 32789*" aka my large covered parking spot, we moved class to the unused corner of the courtyard, bringing along an assortment of relatively light kettlebells for guys and gals (I'd suggest multiples of 8kg, 12kg, 16kg, 20kg), and taking advantage of the nearby concrete benches. We had a few people join us who have … [Read more...] about A Triplet of Circuits for Kettlebell and Bodyweight
