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[new vid] TGU Technique Tip

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TGU technique tip

I was getting ready to some Turkish get ups in my workout yesterday and thought – hey, I’ll shoot a video with a helpful drill for our KB Basics tribe.

I did NOT like TGUs when I first learned them… BUT I have learned to love them for the benefits that they provide. Learning how to do them right is well worth the time.

So one of the biggest sticking points is what’s called the “foot sweep” part of the move.

Check out today’s video for a drill that will help you with this and get better at the exercise.

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If you liked today’s video, you’ll LOVE the Garage Gym Summit:

https://bit.ly/garagegymsummit2020v2It’s going down next week, August 17th-23rd. When you sign up, you’ll get access to interviews with each expert, sample workouts, training tips, and more. And it’s 100% FREE.

But registration is open THIS WEEKEND ONLY.

Click this link to reserve your spot now: https://bit.ly/garagegymsummit2020v2

– Forest Vance

KettlebellBasics.net

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Kettlebell Hip Hinge Drill (new vid)

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One of the most popular kettlebell exercises out there is the kettlebell swing.

But it is also one of the most technical!

A common mistake with the move is to think that the swing is a squat, when it is in fact a hinge.

This drill allows you to learn the hip hinge pattern at a slower speed and lower intensity.

Check it out:

KETTLEBELL HIP HINGE DRILL

1 – Stand with feet shoulder width apart, with your heels about 18-24 inches from a wall

2 – Arms should be at your sides

3 – Keep lower back naturally arched

4 – Push hips + hamstrings as far back as you can

5 – Lower torso by bending at the hips

6 – Try to get torso parallel to the floor

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H2H Kettlebell Swings (form breakdown)

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H2H kettlebell swings will skyrocket your explosive strength, stamina, and agility.

But the form can be tricky.

Here are three tips to do them right:

1 – HIP POP – snap the hips out of the bottom of the move! This is always key with your swings, but perhaps even more so with the H2H swing, because it sets you up for…

2 – FLOAT – the KB should “float” at the top of the arc for a split second. This comes from tip #1, the hip pop, and properly gets us ready for the…

3 – HAND SWITCH – you’ve popped the hips, the ‘bell is floating in the air… now all you have to do is take one hand off and quickly replace with the other.

Check out the video to see a couple of different ways you can do this.

H2H swings can build your fitness AND add a new dimension of variety, enjoyment and intensity to your kettlebell training.

Enjoy! –

– Forest Vance KettlebellBasics.net

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[video] Kettlebell Waiter’s Walk

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A waiter’s walk is performed by simply holding a weight over head and walking.

It’s one of the best ways around to build shoulder stability and strength.

Using a kettlebell to do the movement is a great variation as the obliques and spinal erectors get extra work.

Here’s how to do it:

1 – Pick up kettlebell

2 – Brace your abs tight, and press kettlebell overhead

3 – Take a walk!

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Kettlebell EMOM Finisher

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Just finished with our groups this morning at FVT. We did this Kettlebell EMOM Finisher at the end of one of the workouts. It was really challenging, but people loved it. So thought I would do a quick video and share, so that you can try it too!

I go through one round of the workout in real time in today’s video:

– 5 KB presses per side

– 10 goblet squats

– 10 KB rows per side

– 20 squat jumps

But for the full workout, you’ll want to do three rounds.

And remember – EMOM stands for “every minute on the minute”. So you’ll set your timer for one minute intervals. At the beginning of each minute, do the prescribed amount of reps for each exercise. Your rest starts when you finish the work, and goes until the next minute interval starts.

Enjoy!

– Forest Vance

KettlebellBasics.net

PS – Almost forgot – our registration for our new 28-day Kettlebell EMOM Challenge 2.0 opens tomorrow! Stay tuned ?

[new vid] Kettlebell Swing Variations: the Traveling Swing

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If you’ve mastered the kettlebell swing and want to take things to the next level.. if you want a variation to mix up your workouts, but stay true to your programming… the sidestep swing is a great option!

Again – I’m assuming with this one that you have the basic swing down. That’s first.

HOW TO DO THE SIDESTEP SWING

– “Load up” like you’re getting ready for a standard swing – Hike the ‘bell back, and swing it up

– When the KB is floating in the air, take a quick step to the side first with your trail foot, then with your back foot

– Repeat for desired number of reps.

Nice variation, nice dynamic movement, adds some athleticism to your workout, and it’s harder than a regular swing too.

Keep training hard, and talk soon –

– Forest

PS – Get one week of my “300” Kettlebell Challenge workouts – 100% free:

You’ll unleash your inner warrior and build a Spartan body, in about 20 minutes with a single kettlebell.

Enter your name and best email address below for instant access: https://bit.ly/300kbchallengesample

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[follow-along workout] 300-rep kettlebell + bodyweight challenge

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Today I was doing a special 300-rep kettlebell / bodyweight challenge workout, in the style of this training plan we just released: https://bit.ly/300kbchallengesample

And I thought it would be cool to flip on the camera and do it on live video! So, grab your kettlebell, and do this one with me.

And if you like it, be sure to check out our new “300” Kettlebell Challenge: https://bit.ly/300kbchallengesample

– Forest Vance

KettlebellBasics.net

(new video) 3 Tips to Properly Rack a Kettlebell

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3 Tips to Properly Rack a Kettlebell

When you are training with kettlebells, a lot of the moves require that you start from what we call a rack position.

Here are three tips to make sure you’re doing it right:

1 – WRIST STRAIGHT

Common mistake is to hold the KB with a bent wrist.

It’s weaker and puts added stress.

Keep it straight.

2 – HAND BELOW THE CHIN

Your hand should be below chin level.

You should also be able to touch your thumb to your collar bone.

3 – FOREARM VERTICAL

The forearm should be straight up and down when the KB is racked.

If I’m going to press the KB or whatever else, this gives me the best leverage and strength to be able to do that.

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If you like today’s video, be sure to grab the full CORE Kettlebell Beginner’s Guide (FREE for a limited time) at this link: http://bit.ly/corekbbeginner

…and stay tuned for more kettlebell exercise videos like this one!

-Forest Vance

Master Trainer

Kettlebell Expert

KettlebellBasics.net

5 min “TV Arms” Kettlebell Workout

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I had a roommate back in the day who was the strength coach for a D1 college football program.

The day before their televised games, the team would come in and blast their arms, so they’d be looking and feeling their best.

So this is my kettlebell version of your “Friday TV Arms” workout:

5 min “TV Arms” Kettlebell Workout

10 halo + behind-the-head tricep extension

10 crush curls

Superset the exercises, move directly from one move to the next, do three sets of each without putting the KB down.If you like today’s video, be sure to grab the full CORE Kettlebell Beginner’s Guide (FREE for a limited time) at this link: http://bit.ly/corekbbeginner

…and stay tuned for more kettlebell exercise videos like this one!

– Forest Vance

Master Trainer Kettlebell Expert

KettlebellBasics.net

? (new video) Squat / Swing / Lunge / Jump – KB Complex ?

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Check out this Ascending Kettlebell Ladder Complex.

It’s from one of the three free 2-week kettlebell plans you get when you sign up for the 14 Day Metabolic Reset Challenge: https://bit.ly/14daymetabolicreset

It’s perfect to finish off a workout strong… or it can even be a short stand-alone burner on its own!

You’ll combine strength and conditioning all at the same time, burn a ton of calories, and crank up your metabolism for the rest of the day.

This one is “follow-along” style… so grab your ‘bell, and do it with me!

Enjoy the pain ?

-Forest Vance, Master of Science in Human Movement, Certified Kettlebell Instructor, KettlebellBasics.net