Still at it! Here's a retest from 4-29-2008 going for maximum reps with a 115lb load overhead
this is what we looked like after our first test, almost six weeks ago;
click here to see first test @ 95lbs
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Overhead Squat for max reps
this is what we looked like after our first test, almost six weeks ago;
click here to see first test @ 95lbs
Do it Right!
A lot of people ask me where to begin in Kettlebell training...
There's really only one easy answer; The Swing. After that, it starts to get more complex. I found a little bit of an easier answer... Pavel and DragonDoor have a 'quick start kit'.
It's the Russian Kettlebell Challenge (RKC) book, which covers all the basics and then some, the DVD which is indispensable, and a 16kg bell; the classic starter for a smaller guy or a really tough chick.
This is of course is a great way to start out, and it's pretty affordable. I'll trade you 3-4 months dues at the average globo-gym for the equipment and the information necessary to never set foot in one again, any day!
If this doesn't appeal to you, or you like your fitness 'strong enough for a man...but' there's always this;
Even when men ask me; "what's the best single book that covers all the kettlebell lifts?" it's hard to just say "ETK(Enter the Kettlebell) or RKC". ETK is just the swing and Turkish Get Up, and the RKC is just as much anecdote, reasoning, history and culture as it is 'workout program'. If you can swallow your pride, the best one is probably Andrea Du Cane's From Russia With Tough Love. It is intended for women. That is true. But it's also very well written, with excellent explanations and photographs, and often more detail. But anyways. There's also a FRWTL kit that includes the book, the DVD and a 12kg bell. It's also a phenomenal deal as well.
Clicking on either of the pictures will take you to a page giving you all the details!
There's really only one easy answer; The Swing. After that, it starts to get more complex. I found a little bit of an easier answer... Pavel and DragonDoor have a 'quick start kit'.
It's the Russian Kettlebell Challenge (RKC) book, which covers all the basics and then some, the DVD which is indispensable, and a 16kg bell; the classic starter for a smaller guy or a really tough chick.
This is of course is a great way to start out, and it's pretty affordable. I'll trade you 3-4 months dues at the average globo-gym for the equipment and the information necessary to never set foot in one again, any day!
If this doesn't appeal to you, or you like your fitness 'strong enough for a man...but' there's always this;
Even when men ask me; "what's the best single book that covers all the kettlebell lifts?" it's hard to just say "ETK(Enter the Kettlebell) or RKC". ETK is just the swing and Turkish Get Up, and the RKC is just as much anecdote, reasoning, history and culture as it is 'workout program'. If you can swallow your pride, the best one is probably Andrea Du Cane's From Russia With Tough Love. It is intended for women. That is true. But it's also very well written, with excellent explanations and photographs, and often more detail. But anyways. There's also a FRWTL kit that includes the book, the DVD and a 12kg bell. It's also a phenomenal deal as well.
Clicking on either of the pictures will take you to a page giving you all the details!
Saturday, April 26, 2008
China, Tibet and Judo
I like Tibetans. And Buddhism...
but here it is from his holiness;
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/24071660/
The Olympics is one of the greatest events in the World, and we're lucky it happens at all, if only once every four years. Me and his holiness, the 14th Dalai Lama agree; let the kids have their games. We can complain about China any time.
On a related note;
for my judoka;
http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/video/2008/apr/11/olympicgames2008.tibet
check out the Chinese National Team's digs!
Thursday, April 24, 2008
Do Win Olympic Weightlifting shoe
Click here
to check out the 2008 Do Win Olympic Weightlifting shoes!
MuscleDriver USA is offering them for $99, which is about $25 less than most people, and about $50 less than most other serious weightlifting shoes.
If you are serious about your O lifts, or are not the most flexible in the calf, ankle, hip or knee, these shoes are what you need. Now! If you've been O lifting for a while, and have tried hitting your Front or Overhead Squats with and without Olympic Weightlifting shoes on, you know what I mean!!!
The best part is, MuscleDriver is in the Carolinas. That means, if you are anywhere near me, shipping is FAST and CHEAP. I have gotten kettlebells from them in 3 business days before. I mean order Monday, Snatch on Thursday fast!
I've been sort of putsing around, not sure if I would get some new OWL shoes or not. I am ordering these today.
to check out the 2008 Do Win Olympic Weightlifting shoes!
MuscleDriver USA is offering them for $99, which is about $25 less than most people, and about $50 less than most other serious weightlifting shoes.
If you are serious about your O lifts, or are not the most flexible in the calf, ankle, hip or knee, these shoes are what you need. Now! If you've been O lifting for a while, and have tried hitting your Front or Overhead Squats with and without Olympic Weightlifting shoes on, you know what I mean!!!
The best part is, MuscleDriver is in the Carolinas. That means, if you are anywhere near me, shipping is FAST and CHEAP. I have gotten kettlebells from them in 3 business days before. I mean order Monday, Snatch on Thursday fast!
I've been sort of putsing around, not sure if I would get some new OWL shoes or not. I am ordering these today.
VCU Judo
Wanted to share some pics from VCU Judo practice!
here's a link to the club's page;
http://www.vcujudo.org/_homepage.html
here's a link to the club's page;
http://www.vcujudo.org/_homepage.html
Here the instructor, Kevin Santi, is introducing the class to Tsuri Komi Goshi
beginning of the lift in Tsuri Komi Goshi
and the end of the throw!
Zach getting some serious Kuzushi going with his O Uchi Gari
Jason doing what he does... sacrifice throws.
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