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Here's how to make sure you're performing the kettlebell swing optimally for the most power, strength, and training benefits. Read more

As I travel around the country, I find there is a lot of confusion about where to grab the kettlebell handle—in the middle or in the corner? It is understandable that people are confused. After all, k… Read more

What’s the first thing you think of when preparing for the RKC? Most people instantly think of the dreaded SNATCH Test! It’s understandable—after all, the RKC Snatch Test is a test of a candidate’s co… Read more

Why do I love single-leg deadlifts so much? For one thing, nothing works the butt and legs quite like it. Add the extra benefit to the back, core, lower legs and feet and you have a full body exercise… Read more

There is something to be said about simplicity of movement and reinforcing the fundamental patterns of our kettlebell lifting. I’ve taken two basic exercises and by using two kettlebells and focusing … Read more

How and when to use the high bridge and when to use the “step-across” instead of the “windshield wiper” At every HKC and RKC, I’m asked why we test the low sweep instead of the high-bridge. I also get… Read more

As I travel around teaching HKC and RKC workshops, I notice a common problem (theme – challenge), the sloppy start/stop of a kettlebell ballistic lift. Imagine this scenario: someone is getting set up… Read more

Last weekend I had the opportunity to undertake one of the most rewarding endeavors of my burgeoning fitness career. I attended a three day workshop to become an RKC instructor. I knew going in that i… Read more