With the threat of nasty weather once again, we opted to have class at the cool East Coast Martial Arts Supply dojo. This was a simple but interesting workout which I've adapted for online listing (removed a new ab drill that I need to make an explanatory video for before listing it here - or need to discover what in the world it might actually be called?!) We started with … [Read more...] about A Small Group Kettlebell and Bodyweight Workout, Plus Q+A with Forest Vance on Kettlebell Challenge Workouts 2.0
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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….
Updates, More Interviews, Mike Gillette Makes Ripley’s Believe It Or Not, and a Workout Programming Question
There's so much cool stuff going on right now that I feel compelled to list out a whole lot of it here. First off - checking email this morning yielded some GREAT news as Beth Andrews has been promoted to Senior RKC! Beth is not only an incredible leader, but she's really cool, a lot of fun and a great example of what we can do in terms of strength and skill when we put … [Read more...] about Updates, More Interviews, Mike Gillette Makes Ripley’s Believe It Or Not, and a Workout Programming Question
Primal Move Comes to Gaithersburg and a Visit with Mike Krivka and Phil Ross
The recent Primal Move certification workshop in Gaithersburg (near Washington DC) went really really well. Mike Krivka's gym, CrossFit Koncepts was the perfect location for Primal Move as well as the RKC Recertification with Master RKC Phil Ross on the following day. A large open space, and good heaters running. Between you and me, I was a little concerned that we'd freeze in … [Read more...] about Primal Move Comes to Gaithersburg and a Visit with Mike Krivka and Phil Ross
Code Name: Indestructible – 007, Kettlebells, Bodyweight, and Other Awesome Things…
One of the things fellow instructors ask me about A LOT is programming for small and large exercise groups. I love coming up with interesting workouts which appropriately challenge, progress, and engage students and clients. Stipulations like location, equipment which may and may not be available only seem to fuel the creative fire. Working around a theme is another really fun … [Read more...] about Code Name: Indestructible – 007, Kettlebells, Bodyweight, and Other Awesome Things…
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
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
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
RKC vs HKC, Adrienne’s Weird Hair, Bacon
1. What's the difference between an RKC and HKC certification? The RKC (Russian Kettlebell Challenge) is the gold standard kettlebell certification from Dragon Door - this very difficult but extremely rewarding 3 day workshop requires a lot of preparation, physical and mental tests, not to mention a good deal of strength and endurance. The 6 core RKC exercises (swing, clean, … [Read more...] about RKC vs HKC, Adrienne’s Weird Hair, Bacon
