Though I think that the majority of the 10,000 kettlebell swings will happen for me at the RKC weekend, I'm still participating in Tim Shuman, RKCII's annual month-long 10,000 swing challenge. If you do the math, it works out to approx 238 swings per day. In 2 days I am 500 swings into it, so right on track so far! He says to pick a "prize" at the end of it, and I've chosen a … [Read more...] about RKC Prep and the 10,000 Kettlebell Swing Challenge
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A Kettlebell Workout for a Fit Beginner
Someone not new to fitness, but new to kettlebells can present an interesting programming challenge. Frankly, it's a great reason to focus on basics, and great for advanced people too. Combos like this are also useful for people who may have somehow lost the groove of their swing, are coming back from vacation, etc. Honestly, it's always a great idea to revisit the basics … [Read more...] about A Kettlebell Workout for a Fit Beginner
Hurrah Hurrah It’s Track Day!
The weather was actually *NICE* out today, and it seemed like a good time as any to take a little trek down to the local running track - it's part of a city park, so everyone can use it. Given the good weather, there were all kinds of things going on - kids soccer practice, a running group, all kinds of stuff, and a friend's local bootcamp showed up as we were leaving - so it … [Read more...] about Hurrah Hurrah It’s Track Day!
I Go, You Go, We All Go Kettlebell Swing Crazy: A Partner Workout
This was a whole lot of fun. I did this workout with a friend who had been out of the "swing of things" (haha) for a couple weeks. As you'll notice there are a few swing variations that sometimes we use to help "correct" the kettlebell swing form. In the case of this particular workout, they were chosen mainly for fun, but also to remind my friend about a few particulars. … [Read more...] about I Go, You Go, We All Go Kettlebell Swing Crazy: A Partner Workout
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
A Traveling Kettlebell Workout with Variety!
Typically for a Friday we had a couple people missing from class - and since I am not one to mope, I saw this as a fun opportunity to do something a little different. Around the neighborhood I've found some fun places to do things like fingertip hangs, pull ups, clutch flags, etc. and what I personally like to do sometimes is to tote a moderate to light kettlebell around for a … [Read more...] about A Traveling Kettlebell Workout with Variety!
Mindful Monday Kettlebell Swing Fine Tuning Workout
It was time to really hammer on the basics again - as the proper execution of the kettlebell swing is so crucial to getting the most benefit from it - don't let youtube or goofy things on tv tell you otherwise! We began with the usual joint mobility warm up exercises - adding in a few of the favorite pump stretches. And continued with a review of the hip hinge - we even … [Read more...] about Mindful Monday Kettlebell Swing Fine Tuning Workout
Mega-Swing Monday: A Kettlebell Workout and Swing Practice
Mega Mondaaaaaayyyyy or something like that! This workout is a good example of how you can make a workout out of "just a bunch of kettlebell swings" without it being boring. Personally I don't find swings to be at all boring, but I'm thinking about each and every rep. You should be too. This is an intermediate-advanced sort of thing so, don't dive into it if you're not … [Read more...] about Mega-Swing Monday: A Kettlebell Workout and Swing Practice
Orlando HKC Inspired Kettlebell Workout
Really great experiences all around at the Orlando HKC this past Sunday, and so much valuable info. We had 12 participants, with Senior RKC and all around awesome guy, Franz Snideman leading and teaching. Chris Davis organized the event, Tim Shuman and I showed up to help, and Ryan Blackburn and Super Strong Nana, Laurel Blackburn stopped in for the first half. Some very … [Read more...] about Orlando HKC Inspired Kettlebell Workout
Meatloaf, Beyond Organic Ground Beef Quick Tip, A Combo Kettlebell Workout :)
Couple things - I hope you all had a great weekend, and if or of you do or do not observe Super Bowl Sunday, that large "holiday" we have here in the states, I hope you made your weekend a healthy and happy one. I posted a link to a very simple bunless cheeseburger sliders recipe in hopes that I could help out. Last night brought meatloaf inspiration in the form of a … [Read more...] about Meatloaf, Beyond Organic Ground Beef Quick Tip, A Combo Kettlebell Workout :)
