“Hybrid” In-Person / Zoom Kettlebell Ballistics Workshop – Tues, Feb 28th

On Tuesday, February 28th, 2023 from 6-8pm PST I’m offering a Kettlebell Ballistics Workshop.

–>> Kettlebell Ballistics Workshop with Forest – Tuesday, February 28th 6-8pm PST

Whether you’re local or located anywhere else in the world, this event is accessible to everyone; sign up now and receive the recording of the workshop afterwards too!

Come join me on February 28th as I open your eyes to the power of kettlebell ballistics; it’s sure to be one unforgettable evening!

–>> Kettlebell Ballistics Workshop with Forest – Tuesday, February 28th 6-8pm PST – only 4 in-person spots left

Not only will you have a couple of hours dedicated to focusing on kettlebell form and technique, but the event also brings together people who share your passion for kettlebells from the local Sacramento, CA area AND all over the world.

Plus, sign up now and get three jaw-dropping bonuses:

1- Admission to our next 28-day KB Challenge ($47 value!)

2 – The Ultimate Kettlebell Guide e-book encyclopedia ($17 value)

3 – The Core Kettlebell Challenge ebook ($16.49 value)

Don’t miss out—the last few in-person spots are going fast! Click here to join us now:

–>> Kettlebell Ballistics Workshop with Forest – Tuesday, February 28th 6-8pm PST

-Forest Vance, Kettlebell Expert, Over 40 Training Specialist, KettlebellBasics.net

“St. Valentine’s Day Massacre” – Kettlebell Complex

Like this workout? You can get 19 more kettlebell workout plans like it for a limited time at the link below, click to learn more:

–>> KB HIIT Workout Bundle

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Love is a complex thing. Why should your kettlebell workout be any different? Kick off the holiday right with this “St. Valentine’s Day Massacre” – Kettlebell Complex :

– Kettlebell Press (right side) – 5 reps
– Kettlebell Rack Squat (right side) – 5 reps
– 1 arm Kettlebell Swing (right side) – 10 reps
– Kettlebell Press (left side) – 5 reps
– Kettlebell Rack Squat (left side) – 5 reps
– 1 arm Kettlebell Swing (left side) – 10 reps

Do 4 rounds for time!

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Like this workout? You can get 19 more kettlebell workout plans like it for a limited time at the link below, click to learn more:

–>> KB HIIT Workout Bundle

-Forest Vance, Kettlebell Expert, Over 40 Specialist, KettlebellBasics.net

Kettlebells for Abs – Super Bowl Workout

It’s Super Bowl Sunday!

Who do you have your money on?

I’m a life-long 49ers fan, but since our move last year to Kansas City and my brief stint as a Chief 18 years ago, I’m going full enthusiasm with the home team.

The Eagles are looking STRONG though too, it should be a great matchup!

Before you get headlong into celebration mode, I have a special Kettlebells for Abs – Super Bowl workout for you. Try this workout to burn some calories before all your festivities start, then don’t forget to sign up for our Kettlebells for Abs Challenge 3.0 which starts tomorrow on February 13th:

–> Kettlebells for Abs Challenge 3.0 – starts Monday, February 13th – click here to sign up now

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Kettlebells for Abs – Super Bowl Workout

PART 1 – Do as many reps as you can of each exercise in 45 seconds. Rest for 15 seconds between moves. Do 5 rounds total:

Single arm KB swing OR KB snatch (22.5 seconds per side) (12k women / 20k men)
Recline rows OR pull ups OR 1 arm KB rows (12k women / 20 k men)
Alternating tactical lunge 12k women / 20k men (advanced)
Push ups with alternating shoulder tap (knees for beginners / toes for advanced)

PART 2 – Do as many reps as you can of each exercise in 30 seconds. Rest for 10 seconds between moves. Do eight rounds total (four sets per exercise):

Full Turkish get ups (alternate sides each round) (8k women / 16k men)
Burpees (choose your version; progress from last week)

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Kettlebells for Abs 3.0 is the all-new way to double your core strength, fix your posture, and look the part – with kettlebells!

Your sign up includes:

  • admission to the 28-day KBs for Abs Challenge
  • No Gym? No Excuse! – updated and expanded
  • the Forest Vance Rapid Shred meal plan
  • Advanced Bodyweight GAINZ Pack

Here is the link to sign up:

–>> Kettlebells for Abs Challenge 3.0

Have fun this Super Bowl Sunday!

-Forest Vance
Kettlebell Expert
Over 40 Training Expert
KettlebellBasics.net

Week 1 / Workout 1 – KB for ABS Challenge 3.0

Free Sample! – Week 1 / Workout 1 – KB for ABS Challenge 3.0

Sign up for the full program at the the link below, Challenge starts Monday, February 13th 2023:

–>> KBs for Abs Challenge 3.0 – Starts Monday, February 13th 2023

Week 1 / Workout 1 – KB for ABS Challenge 3.0

PART 1 = AFAP Strength Circuit

Complete 3 rounds of the following circuit as fast as possible. Rest as needed. Record your time, try to improve each week:

1 – KB rack squat – 8/ea (Women:12k+,Men: 20k+)

2 – Push-ups with plank step outs – 8/ea

3 – KB “Bottom Hand” Windmill – 5/ea (Women:8k+,Men: 16k+)

4 – prone “lat pull downs” with towel or band – 15

5 – 1-bell KB Renegade Row – 6/ea (Women:12k+,Men: 20k+)

PART 2 = AFAP Finisher

Complete 4 rounds of the following as fast as possible, resting as needed:

1 – KB Burpee Deadlift – 10 (Women:16k+,Men: 24k+)

2 – KB Tall Kneeling Halo – 5/ea direction (Women:12k+,Men: 20k+)

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Check out the video that shows you how to do this workout on YouTube at the link below:

–>> https://youtu.be/rK7Vu8WzaNM

Sign up for the full program at the the link below, Challenge starts Monday, February 13th 2023:

–>> KBs for Abs Challenge 3.0 – Starts Monday, February 13th 2023

-Forest Vance, Kettlebell Expert, Over 40 Training Specialist, KettlebellBasics.net

Kettlebells for Abs – “Rippers” (sample workout)

If you’re looking for a kettlebell workout that will leave your abs feeling like they’ve been put through a ringer, then you’ve come to the right place. This workout is designed to target your core muscles and give you a serious ab workout.

The best part about this workout is that it can be done anywhere, anytime. All you need is a kettlebell (or two) and some space.

So, if you’re ready to get your abs ripping:

1 – Try the workout below

2 – Go sign up for my upcoming 28-day KBs for Abs Challenge 3.0 here –>> Kettlebells for Abs Challenge 3.0

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Kettlebells for Abs – “Rippers” (sample workout)

3 exercises, :30 each, :15 rest between moves, 3 rounds total:

– Bear Plank KB Drag-Thru

– KB Foot Taps

– Side Plank w/ Hip Dip

*Check out the video breakdown for this workout on my Instagram at the link below, and give us a follow while you’re there to help us hit our goal of 10,000 followers (we’re just a few hundred away!):

–>> Forest’s Kettlebell Basics Instagram Page

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If you liked this Kettlebells for Abs – “Rippers” (sample workout), you’ll LOVE the Kettlebells for Abs Challenge 3.0 – details and sign up now at the link below. The kettlebells for Abs Challenge 3.0 starts on Monday, February 13th – hurry and sign up now!

–>> Kettlebells for Abs Challenge 3.0

-Forest Vance, Over 40 Training Specialist, Kettlebell Expert, KettlebellBasics.net

new Kettlebells For Abs Workout (burns fat too!)

We’ve got a great abs challenge coming up – the Kettlebells for Abs Challenge 3.0! And to give you a taste of what kind of workout you can expect, I wanted to share with you my kettlebells for abs routine that I did this morning.

This one will work your core in all different ways, PLUS you’ll get some conditioning in at the same time, so you’ll burn fat too!

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Kettlebells For Abs Workout

Do as many reps as you can of each move in 30 seconds, rest for 15 seconds between moves and 60 seconds between rounds. Do 3 rounds total:

  • 1 arm KB swings (right side)
  • 1/4 Turkish get ups (left side)
  • 1 arm KB swings (left side)
  • 1/4 Turkish get ups (right side)
  • Burpee pull ups (modify as needed; standard burpees if no pull up bar available)

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If you liked this workout, don’t miss out on my upcoming awesome KBs for Abs challenge. Registration opens later this week!

-Forest Vance, KettlebellBasics.net

3 Great Suspension Trainer Exercises For Abs

Suspension trainers are the perfect compliment to your kettlebell training.

One of the reasons suspension trainers and kettlebells go together like pieces of a puzzle is because suspension trainers give you great, unique, new and fun ways to work your abs.

If you’re looking to blast your belly fat, then these 3 killer suspension trainer exercises are for you. Let’s get to it!

*If you like these suspension trainer ab exercises, you’ll LOVE Suspension Revolution 2.0. Suspension Revolution 2.0 is a great course that provides 27 full workouts and 191 different exercises to choose from. Learn more at the link below:

-> Suspension Revolution 2.0

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3 Great Suspension Trainer Exercises For Abs

The Atomic Push-Up

The Atomic Push-Ups using TRX will have you feeling the burn! Not only does this killer core exercise blast your abs but it also works your shoulders, chest and hip flexors. If you’re a beginner, don’t feel discouraged: just knock out the push-ups with your knees on the ground.

Hamstring Runners

These look like a mountain climber on your back, targeting those hamstrings. Plus, because you’re in the hip raise position, you’ll be feeling the fire in your glutes, lower back, AND core. Want to level up? Move your feet away from the anchor point to increase resistance. To make it easier, bring both legs in together.

Suspension Trainer Side Planks

This exercise is awesome for working your abs, especially those tough to target obliques. But here’s the thing: with suspension trainer side planks, you’re really taking it to the next level, because your feet aren’t stable on the floor.

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If you’re looking for a great way to work your abs, suspension training is a great option. These three exercises are a great starting point. If you’re looking for even more exercises, Suspension Revolution 2.0 is a great course that provides 27 full workouts and 191 different exercises to choose from. Learn more at the link below:

-> Suspension Revolution 2.0

-Forest Vance, KettlebellBasics.net

24-min Kettlebell + Suspension Trainer Total Body Workout

When asked to recommend equipment for a home workout setup, my first suggestion is always kettlebells. Not only do kettlebells enable you to build lean muscle and burn fat within 20-30 minutes, but they are also very compact.

But the second item that I often recommend is a suspension trainer. Suspension trainers are incredibly versatile and portable pieces of exercise equipment, suitable for beginner, intermediate and advanced bodyweight exercises like push ups, squats and lunges. Plus, they provide an instability which promotes functional movement and core stability––making them an ideal supplement to your kettlebell training.

If you’re looking for an all-inclusive program with various exercises that compliment your kettlebell training, then I highly recommend Suspension Revolution 2.0. This course provides 27 full suspension training workouts and 191 suspension exercises to choose from!

Try this 24-min Kettlebell + Suspension Trainer Total Body Workout workout inspired by Suspension Revolution 2.0, then go get the full program at the link below:

-> Suspension Revolution 2.0

-Forest and the FVT Team at KettlebellBasics.net

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24-min Kettlebell + Suspension Trainer Total Body Workout

PART 1 – Get as many rounds as you can in 7 minutes of:

  • 12 KB Goblet Narrow-Stance Squat
  • 8 suspension trainer knee tucks

PART 2 – Get as many rounds as you can in 7 minutes of:

  • 20 suspension trainer rows
  • 10 alternating lunge jumps OR 10 quick alternating reverse lunges / w/ explosion

PART 3 – Do the following circuit 2 times, resting for 60 secs between circuits. Each exercise is to be performed for 45 seconds, resting 15 seconds between moves:

  • Two hand KB swings
  • suspension trainer side planks (22.5 secs per side)
  • Side to side lunges
  • suspension trainer ab roll outs

*See detailed descriptions of how to perform the moves listed in today’s workout plus MANY more in the full Suspension Revolution course HERE.

Kettlebell-Isometrics: Week 2 / Workout 2 (free sample)

I really love kettlebell isometrics!

It’s such a fun and unique program.

Plus, you get all the fat shredding, conditioning benefits of kettlebells combined with the isometrics that are so great for your joints and recovery.

Check out this sample workout from week 2 of the program, then grab your copy of the full course HERE while it’s on launch sale this week.

Kettlebell Isometrics – Week 2 / Workout 2

PART 1 – Do as many reps as you can of exercise 1 in 60 seconds. Rest for 15 seconds. Do as many reps as you can of exercise 2 in 60 seconds. Rest for 15 seconds. Repeat for three rounds total:

— Single arm KB press (30 sec per side) (recommended weight = 16/20k men – 8/12k women)

— ISO – Warrior III (30 sec per side)

PART 2 – Do as many rounds as you can of the circuit below in 8 minutes:

— 8 walking lunges (w/ double KBs at sides) (per leg) (recommended weight = 12/16k men – 8/12k women) (do same leg for consecutive reps this week)

— 15 recline rows OR 8 one arm KB rows per side (recommended weight = 16/20k men – 8/12k women)

— :5-:30 ISO – chin up holds (go as long as you can!) OR :15 sec holds at TOP of KB row (try to beat your time from last week!)

PART 3 – Do as many rounds as you can of the circuit below in 8 minutes:

— 5 one arm KB swings OR 5 high pulls OR 5 snatches per side (recommended weight = 16/20k men – 8/12k women) (challenge yourself to progress!) — 8 spider climbs (per side)

— :30 ISO – superhero hold

Try this sample workout from week 2 of the Kettlebell Isometrics program, then grab your copy of the full course at the link below while it’s on launch sale this week:

–>> KB-Isometrics

-Forest Vance, KettlebellBasics.net

Kettlebell Isometrics – Week 2 / Workout 2

I really love kettlebell isometrics!

It’s such a fun and unique program.

Plus, you get all the fat shredding, conditioning benefits of kettlebells combined with the isometrics that are so great for your joints and recovery.

Check out this sample workout from week 2 of the program, then grab your copy of the full course HERE while it’s on launch sale this week:

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Kettlebell Isometrics – Week 2 / Workout 2

PART 1  – Do as many reps as you can of exercise 1 in 60 seconds. Rest for 15 seconds. Do as many reps as you can of exercise 2 in 60 seconds. Rest for 15 seconds. Repeat for three rounds total:

  • Single arm KB press (30 sec per side) (recommended weight = 16/20k men – 8/12k women)
  • ISO – Warrior III (30 sec per side)

PART 2 – Do as many rounds as you can of the circuit below in 8 minutes:

  • 8 walking lunges (w/ double KBs at sides) (per leg) (recommended weight = 12/16k men – 8/12k women) (do same leg for consecutive reps this week)
  • 15 recline rows OR 8 one arm KB rows per side (recommended weight = 16/20k men – 8/12k women)
  • :5-:30 ISO – chin up holds (go as long as you can!) OR :15 sec holds at TOP of KB row (try to beat your time from last week!)

PART 3 – Do as many rounds as you can of the circuit below in 8 minutes:

  • 5 one arm KB swings OR 5 high pulls OR 5 snatches per side (recommended weight = 16/20k men – 8/12k women) (challenge yourself to progress!)
  • 8 spider climbs (per side)
  • :30 ISO – superhero hold

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Try this sample workout from week 2 of the Kettlebell Isometrics program, then grab your copy of the full course at the link below while it’s on launch sale this week:

–>> Kettlebell Isometrics

-Forest Vance, KettlebellBasics.net