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01 Sep The Definitive Guide To The Kettlebell Snatch Test

Posted at 17:58h in Kettlebells 2 Comments

What comes to mind when you think of the kettlebell snatch test? (The kettlebell snatch test is performing 100 reps with an appropriately sized kettlebell in 5 minutes or less.) Here's what pops in my mind. It's never easy. It becomes manageable, but I'd never say it's easy. I'd say there's a certain stigma to the kettlebell snatch test, which is needed to pass the SFG kettlebell certification weekend.

25 Aug Kettlebells Vs. Dumbbells: When To Use Which Tool

Posted at 12:17h in Bodybuilding, Kettlebells 0 Comments

Kettlebells are extremely effective training tools, we all know that. So are dumbbells. The key is to know which tool is the right tool for the task, the right tool for what it is you want. There are clear exercises that should be performed with a kettlebell and not a dumbbell (and vice versa).

28 Jul A Powerful And Effective Kettlebell Workout: “The Skill Session”

Posted at 16:19h in Kettlebells 0 Comments

If you're like me, you want a simple training session template that can be used at any time to build and develop the core kettlebell skills. It's a session that will give you results, keep you feeling fresh, and not destroy you. Enter this simple single kettlebell workout that incorporates the 6 kettlebell fundamentals. This is a great training session for beginners through advanced, providing you already know how to safely perform the 6 kettlebell fundamentals.

11 Jul Where Kettlebells Fall Short…

Posted at 15:22h in Kettlebells, Muscle Building 5 Comments

Kettlebells are fantastic tools. But, we need to remember, they are just tools. And, we have many other great tools that are available to us, depending on our goals. The BEST tool is the tool that match's our primary training goal.

08 Jun Reader Questions: Will Kettlebells Hurt My Back?

Posted at 19:40h in Injury Prevention, Kettlebells 2 Comments

I've been getting slammed with emails these days and I've had some really great questions. It's been challenging to keep up, but many of the emails have been such good questions that I thought others could benefit from reading the responses. I always do my best to individually respond to readers, but I want to start posting some of these great questions and my responses here on RdellaTraining.

30 May How To Do The SOTS Press: The Ultimate Guide.

Posted at 15:24h in Kettlebells, Strength Training 3 Comments

Stealth shoulder exercise or is this a little bit crazy?

There's an unconventional exercise that provides fantastic strength and mobility, if you learn how to perform it safely and progress it properly.

That exercise is the kettlebell SOTS press. The SOTS press is an incredibly powerful exercise for the shoulders, as well as your entire body. I'll explain all about it. First, you should realize this exercise is NOT for everyone. But, if you're interested in developing ridiculously strong, powerful, mobile shoulders and want to learn how to progress this exercise from scratch, please read through this entire article.

09 May The Escalating Snatch Protocol: How To Crush The Kettlebell Snatch Test

Posted at 20:53h in Kettlebells 3 Comments

The kettlebell snatch has been called "the czar" of kettlebell exercises.

Full body explosive strength, a high level of conditioning, tremendous upper body strength, and outstanding mobility are some of the key benefits.

The kettlebell snatch test is one of the ultimate tests in strength and conditioning.

18 Apr Do You Make These 7 Kettlebell Swing Mistakes?

Posted at 17:13h in Kettlebells 0 Comments

There's a few common kettlebell swing mistakes that can prevent you from getting the results you want. These aren't mistakes made by the newbie, either. Take a read through to make sure you're not making any of these easily avoidable swing errors. Here's 7 of the most common things I've seen with the Russian-style kettlebell swing.