Are sprints good for conditioning when you’re 40 and older?

Do you ever think about the good ol’ days when you played sports and ran like the wind?

Sprinting brings back those memories!

But, if you’re in your 40s and beyond, you might wonder if it’s okay.

Well, guess what? It totally can be if you’re smart about it!

I’ve got a few tips for you below on how to sprint smart, especially if you’re training with kettlebells and you are aged 40 or more.

Plus, stick around for a special treat: Anabolic Sprinting 2.0, a complete plan to level up your fitness game alongside your kettlebell routine.

SMART SPRINTING TIPS

1 – Start Slow and Easy:

Imagine when you started lifting weights, right? You didn’t go super heavy right away. Well, it’s the same with sprinting. Begin with a few short runs and slowly add more.

2 – Warm-Up, Super Important!:

Before you start running, warm up your body. Do some dynamic stretches, like Frankenstiens, Inchworms, high knees, butt kicks, etc.

3 – Run Fast, but Not Super, Super Fast:

Going about 80% of your fastest speed is perfect. You get most of the benefits, and a lot less injury risk.

4 – Start with a Running Start:

Begin with a little jog, then speed up. It can be a safer option that’s also easier on your joints.

5 – Take Your Time to Stop:

Give yourself space to slow down, like when you’re riding a bike and gradually put on the brakes. It’s kinder to your body 🙂

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Follow these simple tips, you’ll have a blast adding sprinting into your routine, and you’ll stay injury-free.

And don’t forget about Anabolic Sprinting 2.0 – it’s a complete course that will help you add sprinting to your kettlebell workouts, and it’s perfect if you’re in your 40s, 50s or beyond:

–>> Anabolic Sprinting 2.0

–Forest Vance
KettlebellBasics.net

KB Boot Camp – “Tier” Workout (so that beginners AND advanced get an awesome workout, every time)

*My KB Boot Camp Workouts 2.0 course is going to be on sale for one more day only!

With the course, you’ll get KB Boot Camp Workouts 2.0, KB Boot Camp Workouts Original, the Illustrated Kettlebell Guide, and the KB Hacks Video Series.

It’s a must-have for coaches, trainers, and anyone who loves kettlebells!

But time is running out. Go here now:

–>> KB Boot Camp Workouts 2.0 – LAST CALL

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Okay – today I want to chat with you about using a “tier” system in your kettlebell workout groups.

This is a game-changer!

Just yesterday morning, I was leading my Saturday kettlebell boot camp class. We had people at all different fitness levels – from beginners to those who are super fit and ready to crush it.

But the beauty of using my level system was that every single person had an incredible workout tailored specifically to their needs.

Listen up because this is key: I’m about to let you in on my secret sauce.

It’s all about the TIER SYSTEM.

Here’s how it works:

For each exercise we do in class, I offer both a “level 1” version and a “level 2” version. During our demo time, I show everyone how they can choose which option best suits their individual fitness level.

Here’s a great example for you:

LEVEL 1 – Bulgarian Goat Bag Swings (movement I learned from Dan John at the NYC RKC earlier this year – great for beginners to learn the hip hinge! – it’s like a slow-motion swing pattern for the lower body with the KB pressed into your stomach – get my course or Google it if you want to learn more)
LEVEL 2 – Two Hand KB Swings

So, let’s say everyone in the group is working out for 40 seconds. Level 1 can do Bulgarian Goat Bag Swings, while those at Level 2 can do Two Hand KB Swings. Everyone gets a fantastic workout and nobody feels like it’s either too intense, or not intense enough.

Even small adjustments like this can make a huge difference in the success of your workouts.

If you’re interested in learning more dozens MORE ways to lead the best KB boot camps, such as:

  • How to create a connection with your clients, no matter how many you are training at once
  • How to plan your workouts ahead so that they take the exact amount of time you have available
  • How to factor in equipment and training space for the perfect session, every time
  • Tricks and hacks to get everyone’s attention and keep the session moving
  • The “3-prong” teaching approach to making sure everyone understands the workout so that clients aren’t confused and asking you questions every 10 seconds
  • How to Lead a Large KB Boot Camp Group with Just a Couple / Few Kettlebells

Check out the link below:

–> KB Boot Camp Workouts 2.0 – LAST CALL

-Forest and the Team at KettlebellBasics.net

How to Lead a Large KB Boot Camp Group with Just a Couple / Few Kettlebells

If you find yourself with just a couple or a few kettlebells available for your kettlebell boot camp, don’t worry – there’s still plenty you can do to make the most of it! In my new kettlebell boot camp workouts 2.0 course, I show you exactly how:

–>> How to Lead a Large KB Boot Camp Group with Just a Couple / Few Kettlebells

Here’s one method I teach in the course. You have a group of participants doing a workout consisting of:

  • KB swings
  • push ups
  • KB lunges
  • reverse snowangels
  • burpees

In a standard set up, each person would need a kettlebell or two that suits their specific fitness level to get this done. If there are 10 participants in your class, this would mean having approximately 15-20 kettlebells on hand.

HOWEVER – if you arrange circuits throughout the room and divide the group into pairs, in this same example, only 2 people will be at each station at any given time. People rotate around the room on a timer, and you would likely only need around 2-3 kettlebells (4-6 in total) to accommodate everyone.

Although this might seem like a basic consideration, little tweaks like this can greatly impact the success of your workouts.

If you’re interested in learning more dozens MORE ways to lead the best KB boot camps, such as:

  • How to create a connection with your clients, no matter how many you are training at once
  • How to plan your workouts ahead so that they take the exact amount of time you have available
  • How to factor in equipment and training space for the perfect session, every time
  • How to get everyone’s attention and keep the session moving
  • The “3-prong” teaching approach to making sure everyone understands the workout so that clients aren’t confused and asking you questions every 10 seconds
  • How to set up the workout so that EVERYONE – beginners AND advanced – get an awesome workout, every time

Check out the link below:

–> 62 new KB Boot Camp Workouts

-Forest and the Team at KettlebellBasics.net

KB Boot Camp 2.0 – Free Sample Workout

KB Boot Camp 2.0 is a full system of brand new, never-been-seen kettlebell boot camp workouts that you can use with your clients (or yourself) to eliminate boredom, deliver shocking results, and keep coming back for more!

This program is specifically designed for people who want to:

— Lose 20-30 pounds
— Gain strength and lean muscle
— Look / feel better
— Avoid injury

Check out the free sample below, then go get the full course at the link below:

–>> Kettlebell Boot Camp Workouts 2.0

Kettlebell Boot Camp Workouts 2.0 – Free Sample

Do 4 rounds for time (15 min time cap). Goal is to complete 4 rounds as fast as possible, if client finishes all rounds before 15 min cap, have client take a short break and then continue working until time is up.

Tier 1 (beginners)

-5 Walkout / no push up
-10 Kettlebell sumo deadlifts (recommended weight 16k W – 24k M)
-10 Alternating reverse lunge per side
-10 1 arm Kettlebell row per side (recommended weight 8-12k W / 16-20k M )
-10 per side Mountain Climbers

Tier 2 (intermediate / advanced)

-5 Walkout with push up
-12 Two hand Kettlebell swings (recommended weight 16k W – 24k M)
-10 Alternating reverse lunge per side
-10 1 arm Kettlebell row per side (recommended weight 8-12k W – 16-20k M)
-10 per side Mountain Climbers

*Full instructions on the workout “tiers”, recommended weights, big-picture programming, even our coaching system and cues are all included in the full course!

*KB Boot Camp Workout 2.0 order page is here –>> Kettlebell Boot Camp Workouts 2.0

#22 – Lunge ‘n’ Bears KB Boot Camp Workout

Got a sample workout for you today from my new Kettlebell Boot Camp Workouts program. It’s going on sale later this week!

Whether you work with clients as a trainer / coach / etc, or just love working with kettlebells, my Kettlebell Boot Camp Workouts program is perfect for you! I’ve got dozens of ready-to-go boot camp workouts ready for you. You can just plug and play these workouts and give your clients (and yourself) some super fun sessions that will produce amazing results. And hey, when your clients start seeing those gains, they’ll be spreading the word like crazy!

-Forest Vance @ KettlebellBasics.net, ForestVanceTraining.com

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#22 – Lunge ‘n’ Bears KB Boot Camp Workout

You’ll need a little extra space to get this one done … it’s also a great workout to do outdoors … 

PART 1 – TWO different pairs of exercises to start – push ups (15) and KB swings (20) … burpees (7) and bicep curls with a heavy resistance band (20). Complete pair one (push ups and KB swings) of exercises back-to-back, without rest, ONE time. Do walking lunges for about 25 yards. When you arrive at your destination, complete exercise pair two (burpees and band curls). Lunge back to where you started.   Repeat for TWO rounds of each exercise pair, FOUR sets total of lunges.   

take a short break, then – 

PART 2 – Second pairs of exercises are: close grip push ups (12) and KB goblet squats (10), bear crawl between stations, pull ups/inverted rows (4-10, depending on fitness level) and squat jumps (12). Same set up!

PART 3 – Finish off by performing the following total body ab circuit three times: 1/2 Turkish get ups (3 each side)side plank (:20 hold each side)mountain climbers (15 each side)

sample routine for the Hyperbolic Stretching Challenge

Here’s a sample routine for the Hyperbolic Stretching Challenge that you can try out.

It’s a great way to complement your kettlebell work and improve your flexibility!

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sample routine for the Hyperbolic Stretching Challenge

1 – Warm-up session (10 to 15 minutes)

• Joint rotations
• Any aerobic activity to pump blood into your muscles (5 minutes)
• Light warm up stretching

2 – Your main kettlebell training session

• If increasing your flexibility is your only aim, skip this and move to
another step

3 – Flexibility-specific strength training

• Adductor flies – 2 sets of 30 reps till or 1 set of 50+ until muscle burn
• Hamstring curls – 2 sets of 30 or 1 set of 50+ until muscle burn
Hyperbolic Stretching
• Elevated adductor stretching – 4 sets with 30 sec. rest between sets
• Hip Flexor Stretch – 3 sets on each side with 15 seconds rest
• Elevated hamstring stretching – 3 sets on each side, 15 seconds rest

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Give this complete Hyperbolic Stretching Routine Sample a try! And don’t forget to grab your copy of the full 28-day Hyperbolic Stretching Challenge HERE.

-Forest and the Team at KettlebellBasics.net

Full Splits in 21-28 Days, Anytime, Without a Warm-Up (daily routine inside)

Full splits in 21-28 days anytime, without a warm up is quite the claim!…

…but the 8-minute daily program linked below will very well get you there, and it’s a perfect addition to your kettlebell workouts:

=> Hyperbolic Stretching

You see, a lot of kettlebell enthusiasts over the age of 40 that I work with know they SHOULD be stretching regularly, but they just don’t.

They know that it can help with:

  • Reduced pain + stiffness
  • Natural posture correction
  • Injury prevention + recovery
  • Improved sleep
  • Less stress
  • More overall vitality

…but they don’t know the exact best routine to do, and/how how to best integrate it with their kettlebell workouts.

Well, not only will the Hyperbolic Stretching program give you all the benefits listed above, it will also help you do the full splits in 21-28 days anytime, without a warm up… in just 8 minutes of stretching per day.

Check it out at the link below:

=> Hyperbolic Stretching

…and I look forward to hearing about your success!

-Forest Vance — ForestVanceTraining.com — KettlebellBasics.net

the Travis Kelce – Taylor Swift “Power Couple” Kettlebell Workout

*Today’s post is sponsored by the “20 in 6” Kettlebell Challenge — Starts Monday, Sept 25th — Details and sign up here: https://forestvance.lpages.co/20-in-6-challenge-20/

Did you catch the Chiefs game yesterday?

They were looking good, back to top form!

But you know what really stole the show?

Taylor Swift was at the game, and she watched from Travis’ family suite with his mom!

Word around town here in KC is that these two might be an item. Who knows, maybe we’ll see them together again soon! But while we wait to find out, I thought it would be fun to create a little workout inspired by this power couple.

Now, before we go any further, let me just say that this workout is purely fictional and meant for entertainment purposes only. So don’t go thinking Travis Kelce and T-Swift actually know about this, do this, or endorse this in any way! 😉

But hey, if you’re up for a fun and energetic workout routine, grab those kettlebells and let’s get started:

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the Travis Kelce – Taylor Swift “Power Couple” Kettlebell Workout

*Today’s post is sponsored by the “20 in 6” Kettlebell Challenge — Starts Monday, Sept 25th — Details and sign up here: https://forestvance.lpages.co/20-in-6-challenge-20/

Travis Kelce, the football star known for his strength and agility, teams up with Taylor Swift, the pop sensation known for her endurance and performance, for an intense kettlebell workout. This workout is designed to challenge their athleticism and promote a healthy lifestyle.

DISCLAIMER: This workout is purely fictional and for entertainment purposes only.

1. Swift Swing and Catch:

Taylor and Travis stand facing each other, both holding a kettlebell.
They simultaneously perform kettlebell swings.
Travis swings the kettlebell towards Taylor, and Taylor catches it and swings it back.
Repeat for 30 seconds to 1 minute.

2. Kelce Kettlebell Press:

Travis demonstrates his strength by doing kettlebell presses.
Taylor watches and encourages him.
Travis performs 3 sets of 8-10 reps on each arm, with progressively heavier kettlebells.

3. Swift Squat Jumps:

Taylor takes the lead with bodyweight exercises.
She does squat jumps while Travis follows her lead.
They perform 3 sets of 12-15 reps.

4. Kettlebell Duets:

Taylor and Travis perform synchronized kettlebell exercises, including swings, goblet squats, and Russian twists.
They do 3 sets of 10 reps for each exercise.

5. Kelce Core Challenge:

Travis shows off his core strength with kettlebell Turkish get-ups.
Taylor joins in, attempting to match his form.
They perform 3 sets of 5-7 reps on each side.

6. Swift Cardio Finisher:

Taylor and Travis finish the workout with a high-intensity cardio circuit.
They do kettlebell swings, kettlebell thrusters, and burpees for 10 minutes, alternating exercises.

*Today’s post is sponsored by the “20 in 6” Kettlebell Challenge — Starts Monday, Sept 25th — Details and sign up here: https://forestvance.lpages.co/20-in-6-challenge-20/

1000 Calorie Kettlebell Challenge

If you’re looking to lose fat quickly, like in our upcoming 20 in 6 Kettlebell Challenge, fundamentally, there are two main things to focus on:

1 – Reduce intake: You need to consume fewer calories overall than you currently do. It’s not just about eating less; we need to choose healthier, nutrient-dense foods and time them around your workouts for optimal fueling. But the bottom line is, we need to lower your calorie intake. We help you do this in a very hands-on way in the 20 in 6.

2 – Increase expenditure: We need to burn more calories than you currently do. This includes doing kettlebell workouts like the one below, adding more cardio sessions each week, and increasing overall activity levels:

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Kettlebell 20 in 6 – Sample Workout

Do three rounds of the circuit below, resting approx. 1-2 minutes between rounds:

— 10 single arm KB swings per side, start every :45, for 2 rounds (30 total)
— 10 staggered push ups per side, start every :45, for 2 rounds (30 total)
— 30 alternating reverse KB halo lunges (15 reps per side)
— 15 one arm KB rows per side, on the minute, every minute, for 2 minutes (30 total) – add a pause at the top of each rep
— Plank hold with alternating shoulder taps – :60
— Rotating Squat jumps – 1 set of 35
— Sit-outs – 1 set of 30 (15 per side)
— 40 high knees in place

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A good starting point is aiming for an extra 500 calories burned per day compared to your current level, while also consuming 500 calories less per day. This creates a net deficit of 1000 calories daily, which should result in at least two pounds of weight loss per week.

Give that a try, then go sign up for the 20 in 6 Challenge here –>> https://forestvance.lpages.co/20-in-6-challenge-20/

-Forest Vance – ForestVanceTraining.com – KettlebellBasics.net

10-min Single KB Cardio Finisher

We are getting ready to kick off our Fall “20 in 6” Kettlebell Challenge, and I’m so pumped!

This challenge is all about losing up to 20 pounds in 6 weeks. We focus on both the killer kettlebell workouts AND the nutrition side of things, because we know that getting BOTH dialed in is the key to success.

If you’re ready to take your fitness to the next level, sign up at the link below:

–>> https://forestvance.lpages.co/20-in-6-challenge-20/

Now, let’s get into today’s kettlebell workout:

I’ve got a super tough, yet super simple kettlebell “finisher” for you. It’s perfect to add onto the end of your regular strength workout. Not only will it give you that extra cardio boost, but it’ll also keep things fun and enjoyable instead of boring:

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10-min Single KB Cardio Finisher

  • 15 swings
  • 10 push ups
  • 5 burpees

Complete as many rounds as possible in 10 minutes

I’m off for an awesome weekend – a group of my clients and I are doing a mud run just north of Kansas City. Wish us luck!!

-Forest Vance
KettlebellBasics.net
ForestVanceTraining.com

PS – If you’re ready to take your fitness to the next level, sign up at the link below:

–>> https://forestvance.lpages.co/20-in-6-challenge-20/