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Snow Angels in Hookline PositionSnow Angels in Hookline Position
One of the most effective exercise for improving shoulder mobility.

I also use this exercise together with Postural Pullovers to access shoulder mobility. It alone can detect quality of your lockout.

Added January 23rd, 2012 . . .
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Effect of Kettlebells on Sport PerformanceEffect of Kettlebells on Sport Performance
How does kettlebell sport affect sport performance?

Is there any carry over?

Should athletes who's main focus in their own sport, participate in kettlebell sport training?

Have these questions answered in this 42 minute discussion.

photo by photo by Steve Lipofsky

Added January 17th, 2012 . . .
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Sergey Rudnev Long Cycle Jerk Technique AnalysisSergey Rudnev Long Cycle Jerk Technique Analysis
Sergey Rudnev is elite Russian kettlebell lifter who competes in 63kg weight class.

He competes in Long Cycle Jerk with double 32kg kettlebells. Sergey lifts kettlebells, totalling 64kg (more than his own body weight) for over 50 reps in a 10 minute set.

This 53 minute presentation is detailed analysis of Rudnev's technique

Added January 12th, 2012 . . .
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Hip Crossover PreviewHip Crossover Preview
Hip Crossover stretch is very good for improving hip and spinal mobility
Should be used in combination with Hip Lift Stretch.

Added January 5th, 2012 . . .
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Cat and Dog StretchCat and Dog Stretch
Cat and Dog mobility drill is outstanding for developing
  • lower back mobility
  • mid and upper back mobility
This exercise will help you to improve your kettlebell rack position, undersquat and lockout

Added January 5th, 2012 . . .
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HipliftHiplift
This drill is very effective at improving hip mobility and flexibility.

Should definitely be done as a part of every mobility routine.

This drill also promotes improved posture and proper pelvic angles.

Added December 28, 2011 . . .
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Ksenya Deduhina Snatch Technique AnalysisKsenya Deduhina Snatch Technique Analysis
Ksenya Deduhina is Russian female champion in kettlebell snatch lift

She competes in 60kg category and snatches 24kg kettlebell over 140 times

Ksenya is Master of Sport World Class

This 30 minute presentation is in-depth analysis of Ksenya's kettlebell snatching technique

Added December 24, 2011 . . .
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Rotation Technique for Snatch Lift ExplainedRotation Technique for Snatch Lift Explained
Rotation technique for snatch lift. 20 minute presentation on this advanced technique that takes torque and rotational forces into account.

Improved, more efficient acceleration and deceleration. Lets take a in depth overview of this advanced kettlebell snatch technique that many elite athletes use.

Added December 22, 2011 . . .
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HaloHalo
Halo is a very effective kettlebell mobility drill that is designed to develop and improve shoulder mobility and flexibility.

Added on December 22, 2011 . . .
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Leaning Back and Kettlebell TrajectoryLeaning Back and Kettlebell Trajectory
New video. In depth analysis of Phase 1 (acceleration) of Snatch Lift.

This video examines relationship between angle of leaning back, trajectory and kettlebell weight.

Added December 16th, 2011 . . .
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Kettlebell Sport Training Methodology
Correct approach to training can make you or break you. It is no different in Kettlebell Sport. Proper program design and training methodology are critical to safe and effective progress. Remember tha . . . keep reading

3 Steps to Google Presence
How do people find you? Most likely through internet. Being found on google and other search engines will consistently bring you new clients. In this article I outline 3 steps to better search engine visibility. . . . keep reading
Studio Owner Business Basics
Studio owners ware many 'hats'. There are so many things to worry about. Many questions to answer and decisions to make. Answers to questions outlined in this article are critical to success of your business. . . . keep reading
Personal Trainer Business Basics
Whether you are a personal trainer or a fitness studio owner or a bootcamp owner, you are in business of selling selling your services. You are a part of fitness business and most of the time responsible for developing your own client base. If you are a personal trainer in a fitness facility you are not responsible for getting people through the door. In other words, the gym run promotions, handles sign ups and gets people to join the gym. As a personal trainer, your job often becomes to up-sell your services to members of your gym. Here are 10 simple strategies that will help you to create, grow and maintain your client base: . . . keep reading
Snow Angels in Hookline Position
Snow Angels in Hookline Position One of the most effective exercise for improving shoulder mobility.

I also use this exercise together with Postural Pullovers to access shoulder mobility. It alone can detect quality of your lockout.

Added January 23rd, 2012 . . .
keep reading
Snow Angels Hookline Position
Snow Angels Hookline Position One of the most effective exercise for improving shoulder mobility.

I also use this exercise together with Postural Pullovers to access shoulder mobility.

This exercise alone can detect quality of your lockout. . . .
keep reading
Effect of Kettlebells on Sport Performance
Effect of Kettlebells on Sport Performance How does kettlebell sport affect sport performance?

Is there any carry over?

Should athletes who's main focus in their own sport, participate in kettlebell sport training?

Have these questions answered in this 42 minute discussion.

photo by photo by Steve Lipofsky

Added January 17th, 2012 . . .
keep reading
Effect of Kettlebells on Sport Performance
Effect of Kettlebells on Sport Performance Does kettlebell sport training have any carry over to sport and athletic performance?

Should athletes who's main focus in their own sport participate in kettlebell sport training?

Have these questions answered in this 42 minute discussion of applicability of kettlebell sport training to sport performance. . . .
keep reading
Sergey Rudnev Long Cycle Jerk Technique Analysis
Sergey Rudnev Long Cycle Jerk Technique Analysis Sergey Rudnev is elite Russian kettlebell lifter who competes in 63kg weight class.

He competes in Long Cycle Jerk with double 32kg kettlebells. Sergey lifts kettlebells, totalling 64kg (more than his own body weight) for over 50 reps in a 10 minute set.

This 53 minute presentation is detailed analysis of Rudnev's technique

Added January 12th, 2012 . . .
keep reading
Sergey Rudnev Long Cycle Jerk Analysis
Sergey Rudnev Long Cycle Jerk Analysis Sergey Rudnev is elite Russian kettlebell lifter who competes in 63kg weight class.

He competes in Long Cycle Jerk with double 32kg kettlebells. Sergey lifts kettlebells, totalling 64kg (more than his own body weight) for over 50 reps in a 10 minute set.

This 53 minute presentation is detailed analysis of Rudnev's technique. . . .
keep reading
Main Principals of Kettlebell Systema
Very important. This will be on the test. . . . keep reading
Common Mistakes and Solution
Knowing bad technique from good is absolutely critical.

As a coach you need to be able to identify bad technique and know what drills to use to fix it.

These articles tell you most common mistakes and drills that will fix them. . . .
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Training Methodology
Knowing how to create training programs for your clients is critical knowledge.

This 2 hour webinar covers details of training methodology for kettlebell sport.

Articles provide more details.

If you have more questions, please email me. . . .
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Kettlebell Snatch Technique and Progression
Knowing proper technique and how to teach your student kettlebell snatch safely and effectively is vital to your success as kettlebell coach. . . . keep reading
Kettlebell Jerk Technique and Progression
Knowing proper kettlebell short cycle jerk technique and knowing how to teach it to student is critical. . . . keep reading
Long Cycle Jerk Technique and Progression
Knowing Long Cycle Jerk technique and how to teach it to your students safely and effectively is critical. . . . keep reading
GPP Exercises
General Physical Preparation (GPP) is critical to proper program design and success as a coach . . . keep reading
Workout 1: Week 1, Month 1
Workout 1: Week 1, Month 1 First workout of the new training yearly cycle.

Light and easy.

Let the fun begin! . . .
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Workout 2: Week 1, Month 1
Workout 2: Week 1, Month 1 Second workout of the new training yearly cycle.

This time, we will address strength as well as heavy assistance drills.

Ready, set, go! . . .
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Workout 3: Week 1, Month 1
Workout 3: Week 1, Month 1 Third workout of the new training yearly cycle.

Starting to get a bit harder but still not going all out.

Don't worry, it will get more challenging soon. . . .
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Workout 4: Week 1, Month 1
Workout 4: Week 1, Month 1 Last, fourth, workout of the first week of new training yearly cycle.

This workout should be fairly light. . . .
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Workout 5: Week 2, Month 1
Workout 5: Week 2, Month 1 First workout of second week.

Medium intensity but still light and easy . . .
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Workout 6: Week 2, Month 1
Workout 6: Week 2, Month 1 This workout is high in intensity and takes 95 minutes to complete. Strength as well as heavy assistance drills . . . keep reading
Workout 7: Week 2, Month 1
Workout 7: Week 2, Month 1 Middle of the week workout. Medium intensity but still has plenty of volume - 95 minutes. . . . keep reading
Workout 8: Week 2, Month 1
Workout 8: Week 2, Month 1 We are almost there. Week is coming to an end. This workout is relatively short - about 60 minutes but of Medium intensity. . . . keep reading
Workout 9: Week 2, Month 1
Workout 9: Week 2, Month 1 Last workout of the week! Low intensity. . . . keep reading
Workout 10: Week 3, Month 1
Workout 10: Week 3, Month 1 First workout of third week.

Medium intensity but still light and easy.

This workout is exactly like workout 5 but it should feel easier. . . .
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Workout 11: Week 3, Month 1
Workout 11: Week 3, Month 1 This workout is high in intensity and takes 95 minutes to complete. Strength as well as heavy assistance drills . . . keep reading
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