Archive for May, 2009

On Kettlebells and Benchmarks and Goals and Such

Why do we work out? Do you know?
If not, then you are like most of the people who are out there struggling to get more fit. As an example, “I want to get stronger” is not a goal. “I will do 100 snatches in five minutes by July 1, 2009 ” is a goal.
Goals are [...]

Pennsylvania Yesterday

I spent the day in Pennsylvania yesterday. Worked with my trainer to map out how to attack the “Beast Challenge,” as well as the RKC II.
I learned a ton of assistance exercises for my quest.
We worked on bodyweight squats, front plate squats, kettlebell goblet squats and deep ass to achilles front barbell squats. Legs aren’t [...]

Why Kettlebells May Not Be For You

A lot of people have asked me what the big deal is with kettlebells. Really there is nothing magic about them. Unfortunately (or fortunately) they are the latest and greatest fitness fad and I see all manner of folks who go out, buy a kettlebell and for most of these people the kettlebell is about [...]

Viking Warrior Conditioning and Low Volume Pistols

Great day today. Hit 100% of plan on both the Viking Warrior Conditioning as well as the Low Volume Pistol session that I did prior to the VWC protocol of 36 seconds on and off.
I felt great during the workout. Excellent drive on the pistols and the snatches. Feel a bit worn now. I [...]

Memorial Day Weekend Workouts

I went to Rehoboth Beach Delaware to spend the weekend with my family. We had great weather and a wonderful time celebrating those who have given their lives for our country.
I played tennis each morning and was a bit surprised by the Heart Rate Monitor results for tennis doubles. We played for 2 hours [...]

Viking Warrior Conditioning and Low Volume Pistols

Today it’s beautiful here in the Baltimore Metro area and I did all of my work outside.
Started with 10 minutes alternating from kettlebell halos, Pumps and bodyweight squats. Felt perfect upon completion.
Did 10 reps of the one legged squat with a kettlebell or pistol. I just did 5 on each side alternating with rest between [...]

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High Volume Kettlebell Press Practice For Viking Warrior Strength

I practiced my High Volume Pressing today. This was my second high volume using the 24 KG kettlebell. I did increase the work I did by 15%. Last week, I did 160 reps and felt strong. Today I increased the volume to 184 reps and felt like I had excellent form. I did it in [...]

Pick The Brains of the World’s Best Kettlebell Instructors

Geoff Neupert, Sr. RKC just announced a stellar lineup for his kettlebell teleseminar series. The list goes on and one and includes Brett Jones, Master RKC, Kenneth Jay, Master RKC, David Whitley, Sr. RKC and Will Williams, SR. RKC.
Check it out Click Here!

New Goals

6′2″ 182
PR 36KG MP
PR 16 KG TPU
PR 28 KG OLP
I am attacking the Beast Challenge movements. I’m 47 and Tame the Beast before I’m 50. __________________Sandy Sommer, RKC