Long ago, when I was a teenager, kids would get together with various musical instruments, take over the family garage or basement and (usually) make a terrible racket. Sometimes decent bands would form this way, or decent enough bands. Though much like the style of exercise many of us do, the value was in the practice, and there might ultimately be no great competition or … [Read more...] about The “Garage Band” Kettlebell and Bodyweight Workout
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Pull-ups, Pull-up grip variations, PLUS Shoulder and Thoracic Spine (Upper Back) Mobility
Since pull-ups and shoulder mobility are inextricably linked, intertwined, and occasionally even inhibit each other, I thought it might be a good idea to have these two videos (and link to Senior RKC Paul Britt's awesome blog post too... keep reading) together. First things first... For people who can do a comfortable 3-5 pull-ups, it can be a fun challenge to (I got this … [Read more...] about Pull-ups, Pull-up grip variations, PLUS Shoulder and Thoracic Spine (Upper Back) Mobility
Video Double Feature! Mini Ask Girya Girl and Space Girl Organics Delivery Unboxing… Plus Meal Ideas and a Workout!
Happy Wednesday! If you're dialed in with Space Girl Organics - now known as CFL Organics (tell 'em I sent you) in Central Florida then you know that Wednesday is delivery day! HURRAH!!! So of course there's an unboxing video below which includes meal ideas for each item, and how I plan to eat everything! Also there's a brief discussion about how fitness can fit into your … [Read more...] about Video Double Feature! Mini Ask Girya Girl and Space Girl Organics Delivery Unboxing… Plus Meal Ideas and a Workout!
A Monkey Bar Monday WORKOUT with Video!
Those who train with me know how much I love finding a new "fit trail"! Imagine the delight in finding a fit trail AND a large open field full of mostly soft grass, but not chemically treated to the point of the local soccer fields (those make me itch and that's freaky... and scary because... chemicals!). While this requires a little "scouting" to make sure no hands end up in … [Read more...] about A Monkey Bar Monday WORKOUT with Video!
Slackline and Mace Experimental Challenge – Unconventional Outdoor Balance and Mobility Training [VIDEO]
It's that brief but magical time of the year in Florida where on a few days it is very nice outside. Soon, it will be unbearably hot, humid, and with afternoons full of steaming hot rain. BUT until that time, I try to get outside (in the shade at least) as much as possible. Yes, this is a silly graphic, but it's 100% true. I really enjoy observing the occasional bird of … [Read more...] about Slackline and Mace Experimental Challenge – Unconventional Outdoor Balance and Mobility Training [VIDEO]
Whew! So Much Going On! Here’s a Recipe and a Workout
Q: "When do you sleep?" A: "That's classified." I was way too excited about these ingredients at 1AM while making this video... But in all seriousness, like many of you I have a pretty full tilt, nearly 24/hr day. As a friend of mine out west is now really discovering, exercise is a privilege. He injured himself and is having to take time off. Already we're seeing … [Read more...] about Whew! So Much Going On! Here’s a Recipe and a Workout
Strategy, Bacon, Espresso… Catching Up with Rolando Garcia III, NYC Trip Part 4 PLUS Neuro-Grip Max Reps Video!
A trip to Manhattan isn't complete without a brainstorming, strategy-focused visit with Rolando Garcia III... The day or two before meeting up with Rolando Garcia III, I'd arrived at Irving Farms (recommended coffee! I brought my friend a bag back and she's still raving about it) a little early to meet up with Phil Ross and Nykki Ross (we were plotting out the podcast … [Read more...] about Strategy, Bacon, Espresso… Catching Up with Rolando Garcia III, NYC Trip Part 4 PLUS Neuro-Grip Max Reps Video!
A Video for the “Short Stack” Kettlebell Workout…
A few weeks ago I shared the little pancake image at the end of this post and a brief explanation on this blog post: The "Short Stack" kettlebell workout. But then realized that some folks might like to see what it looks like all put together. It always makes sense on paper, then of course translating it to real life can be a different manner entirely. Here's a video of … [Read more...] about A Video for the “Short Stack” Kettlebell Workout…
Monkey Bar Monday – Exploring Bar Hangs For Time [Video]
There's a very cool (and very recommended) progression in Convict Conditioning Vol 2 all about hanging from one or two arms (along with towel hangs which are amazingly challenging) to develop grip strength, and I've been doing bar hangs at home about every other day usually for a minute or more. Current PR is 1 minute 30 seconds, and while I could have gone a little longer, I … [Read more...] about Monkey Bar Monday – Exploring Bar Hangs For Time [Video]
Video Time! Tips for Kettlebell Cleans, Presses, Snatches, and a Circuit I Did in the Driveway
Those of you who are already subscribed to the GiryaGirlTV Youtube channel may have already seen these videos when I uploaded them a few days ago... However, a little more explanation might be useful too. In a hyperscripted, photoshopped, over-produced world (and with my self-imposed "ambitious" workschedule) it can be fun to just knock out a video off the cuff. So, let me … [Read more...] about Video Time! Tips for Kettlebell Cleans, Presses, Snatches, and a Circuit I Did in the Driveway
