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
Kettlebell Swings
Kettlebell Small Group Workout for Adding in a Fit Beginner
Considering the skill, time, and practice required to really get good (and safe) with kettlebell swings, a challenge that surfaces many times for instructors, trainers, and coaches is in the form of someone I call a "fit beginner". In other words, this person may come into your gym with a high degree of athleticism, already in shape, and with great strength and endurance. But … [Read more...] about Kettlebell Small Group Workout for Adding in a Fit Beginner
In Defense of Very Heavy Kettlebells… and Why I Love Having Them Around…
While very heavy swings are certainly not recommended for beginners, intermediate to advanced kettlebell maniacs might want to consider the challenge. For one it can be both a serious ego check (at first) and a real ego builder (a little later). And ladies, do NOT shy away from heavy when you're ready... short sets of heavy swings make for some glorious glutes, and bring … [Read more...] about In Defense of Very Heavy Kettlebells… and Why I Love Having Them Around…
RKC Orlando 2010 Recap Part Four: Friday part 3
Following a short (strictly timed) 10 minute break we came back to our places on the unforgiving astroturf and got into 1 of 2 approved "learning positions" (yes, I know how this sounds, but there's a logic to it - neither of these put the body into flexion, and can help stretch in a gentle way, the one most of us chose had us on our bellies in something similar to a "cobra" … [Read more...] about RKC Orlando 2010 Recap Part Four: Friday part 3
RKC Orlando 2010 Recap Part Three: Friday part 2
After the snatch test, we took a short break (literally, breaks would be approx 10 minutes and DON'T even think about being late....) Everyone assembled back into the main building and gathered around since Pavel himself was going to give a demonstration on the Goblet Squat. Not one of the actual "RKC 6" exercises, but still a VERY powerful and accessible … [Read more...] about RKC Orlando 2010 Recap Part Three: Friday part 2
Something Simple, Something Brutal – a Kettlebell and Bodyweight Workout
Really interesting day - mostly fun even - one of the highlights before class was visiting the really cool no-nonesense studio Leanne Ellington has in Maitland - I may have gotten her hooked on the RKC/HKC style kettlebell swing - we had a blast discussing Primal Move, FMS, and quite honestly geeked out just a heck of a whole lot. I felt like having a simple class (even … [Read more...] about Something Simple, Something Brutal – a Kettlebell and Bodyweight Workout
Happy 4th of July, What Kind of Kettlebells, Program Design for Groups
First off, Happy 4th to all my American friends! :) People ask me a LOT of questions daily—somtimes I even know the answers! Granted, a lot of the questions don't have clear cut answers, but are very individualized. For instance - someone asked if they should get competition style kettlebells or the cast iron Dragon Door kettlebells (pretty sure you regular readers … [Read more...] about Happy 4th of July, What Kind of Kettlebells, Program Design for Groups
Now We Get to Act Like A Bunch of ANIMALS… a kettlebell and bodyweight workout!
So much inspiration and creativity stemming from the recent visit to NYC, Nimble Fitness, Equinox, and of course Al Kavadlo's Saturday Morning class. This particular workout's "warm up" was directly influenced by the warmup from Al's class I attended. Lacking access to Thompson Square Park, I came up with a simple circuit punctuated with our favorite 2 hand kettlebell swings … [Read more...] about Now We Get to Act Like A Bunch of ANIMALS… a kettlebell and bodyweight workout!
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
The Attitude Adjuster Kettlebell Workout
If you've followed this site for even a short period of time, you know how much I focus on form, and the constant improvement thereof. Today was no exception, this was a collection of a few ideas from various places (the dead swing I-go-you-go ladder was inspired by the Chicago RKC this past year). This workout mainly focuses on the total basics - swings and get ups, with a … [Read more...] about The Attitude Adjuster Kettlebell Workout
