Here’s a simple way to incorporate steel mace into your training beyond warm-ups and main lifts: use it as a finisher.

I like finishers because they let you hit grip, core, rotation, and conditioning without wrecking people’s joints or recovery.

Steel Mace + Kettlebell + Bodyweight Finisher

Total time: ~12 minutes
Format: EMOM (Every Minute on the Minute)

Set a timer to beep every minute. You’ll complete the work, then rest for whatever time remains in that minute.

Minute 1

• 20 kettlebell swings

Minute 2

• 5 steel Mace uppercut lunges (per side)

Minute 3

• 5 double burpees (That’s a burpee with two push-ups at the bottom — step or jump back based on comfort)

Repeat this 3-minute sequence for 4 total rounds.

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This finisher works especially well at the end of strength days because:

• Swings reinforce hip power without heavy loading
• Steel Mace uppercut lunges challenge core stability, shoulders, and balance
• Burpees drive conditioning and mental toughness

If you’re new to steel mace or kettlebell work, don’t worry — I walk through this movement (and dozens of other foundational drills) inside my free 14-day challenge, where I break down setup, coaching cues, and common mistakes. Check it out below:

→ Bodyweight Beast 2.0 + Free 14-Day Steel Mace Challenge

One quick note since people have asked:

Right now, the Steel Mace Challenge is only available as a bonus when you pick up Bodyweight Strong. There’s no standalone option at the moment.

Will it be available on its own in the future? Possibly — but when it is, it’ll likely be priced about the same as Bodyweight Strong itself.

If you want steel mace training now, grabbing it as a bonus is the best deal you’ll see.

Train hard, and move well!

— Forest