I get a lot of questions about how to prepare for the SFG/RKC kettlebell certifications. With that said, I wanted to share my own experience in preparing for the rigors of the ultimate kettlebell certification weekend. The SFG/RKC kettlebell certification weekend is like nothing else I've experienced. It's...
I'm asked all the time, "Scott, what brand of kettlebells do you recommend?" Well, here's the answer. First, let me say, all of these brands are excellent. I recommend them all based on the high quality. For a long time, I always recommended one particular brand, with another brand (not...
Let’s say you just completed a specific training program. As a matter of fact, let’s say you just completed the 4 week kettlebell, “Shock & Awe” Protocol (SAP). The question is, what do you do next? If you’re not going to repeat the program now, the best thing...
In a recent published study about kettlebell training, the body of evidence continues to grow. In the February, 2013 Issue of The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research (Vol, 27, No. 2, pp.477-484), a study looked at kettlebell training and the transference of strength and power to...
Here's the 3rd article in the 3 part series on kettlebell training progressions. So far, I've given 3 examples each of beginner workouts, then intermediate, and now on to the advanced progressions. Where do you fall? Are you still working on your swings and get ups? Don't worry if you...
Congratulations, you’ve got the big 6 kettlebell exercises down now. If not, go back and see Part I of this 3 part article series. If you do, you may be progressing to the intermediate level in kettlebell training. Although, in some sense, we are all still beginners as...
I’m frequently asked about beginner’s kettlebell programs. Recently, one of my subscriber’s asked what type of routine I would suggest for a beginner? And, is there a clear progression to follow? In this article, I’ll give some clear examples on what type of programming I’d recommend for a...