Here’s a simple kettlebell swing hack that’ll change everything:
Your kettlebell should float at the top of the swing — for just a split second.
If your arms and shoulders feel tense, you’re probably muscling it instead of driving it with hip power.
The swing isn’t an arm exercise — it’s a power exercise.
Once you master that snap from the hips, everything clicks:
Your back stops aching
Your cardio skyrockets
You burn more fat in less time
Now — quick heads up:
I’m opening a few 1-to-1 Ageless Warrior Kettlebell Coaching spots for mid-month.
(We work on small, individualized things that drive significant results – like today’s swing tip – in this program, all the time.)
This 12-week private coaching program teaches you the fundamentals of effective kettlebell training, helping you build strength and lean muscle while potentially losing up to 12% of your body weight.
All that to say, this isn’t a $29 quick fix program.
It’s for men and women 40+ who are serious about making real change and ready to commit time, effort, and resources into the process.
If that’s you, just hit reply and I’ll send the details.
..and make it a great week!
– Forest MS, Human Movement Certified Kettlebell Instructor FVT Warrior Wellness
Before it’s gone for good, I wanted to give you one more sample workout from inside the bundle — so you can see exactly what you’re getting.
This one’s from the “Mad Max: Fury Road (Filthy 50 Challenge 2.0)” program. If you like it, remember: you’ll get the entire 28-day plan built around workouts and themes like this one — plus nine more complete programs.
All for just a few bucks each. Honestly, it’s one of the best deals I’ve ever put together… and probably one of the best I ever will.
KB Workout 3 – “Filthy 50” Challenge
Perform all reps of each exercise before moving to the next. Rest as needed to maintain proper form. Record your time to track progress (and post it in the group if you’d like).
1. Double KB Gorilla Rows – 50 (25/ea side) (Women: 12k+, Men: 20k+) → Sub single-arm Gorilla Row if no doubles; switch sides evenly.
2. KB Goblet Walking Lunges – 50 (25/ea side)
3. KB Swings – 50 (Women: 16k+, Men: 24k+) → Go up in weight if you can.
4. Sea Turtles – 50
5. Lateral Hops – 50 (25/ea side)
FINISHER: Complete 5 rounds as fast as possible of:
If you like workouts that make you feel unstoppable — calm, focused, and lethal like John Wick — this one’s for you.
It’s straight from the “Relentless Pursuit” (28-Day AMRAP Challenge) inside my Hero Mode Kettlebell bundle, inspired by Keanu Reeves’ training for the role.
This one hits endurance, strength, and mental toughness — the perfect combo for people 40+ who want to build conditioning without breaking down their joints.
John Wick’s Relentless Pursuit – Day 1
Kettlebell AMRAP Workout
Part 1 – 10-Minute AMRAP:
3 Burpees
5 Pull-Ups or 15 Recline Rows or 10 Single-Arm KB Rows per side (Women: 8–12k, Men: 16–20k)
Single-Arm KB “Thruster” (squat to overhead press) – 5 per side (Women: 8–12k, Men: 16–20k)
Each program is themed around an iconic action hero — blending strength, endurance, mobility, and recovery — the same qualities that keep you performing like a beast in your 40s, 50s, and beyond.
What You Get Inside the Hero Mode Bundle
10 Complete Training Plans, including:
— Thor’s Hammer Strength (1000 Rep Showdown) — raw power + high volume — Superman’s Iron Will (28-Day Upper/Lower Split) — lean muscle + full-body strength — Hobbs’ Muscle Mayhem (28-Day GAINZ Challenge) — mass-building and brute strength — John Wick’s Relentless Pursuit (28-Day AMRAP Challenge) — endurance + stamina — Captain America’s Super Soldier Conditioning (Dirty 30’s Challenge 2.0) — high-intensity + agility — Mad Max Fury Road (Filthy 50 Challenge 2.0) — grit + full-body conditioning — Black Widow’s Agility Training (28-Day PHA Challenge) — flexibility + mobility — Mission: Impossible Mobility (28-Day LAIT Challenge) — body control + functional movement — Rocky’s Recovery Regimen (Kettlebell Training Camp Challenge v2) — mobility + rebuilding — Wolverine’s Healing Factor (Recovery and Rebuilding Challenge) — restoration + regeneration
Here’s the Deal
I’m retiring my kettlebell bundles. They’re awesome — but honestly, they’re too good of a deal.
Each program normally sells for $29–$37 — you get all 10 for just a few bucks each.
We already retired the Gladiator Games bundle. It’s gone. Now it’s Hero Mode’s turn. After this week, this one disappears forever.
– Forest Master of Science, Human Movement Kettlebell Expert | Over-40 Training Specialist KettlebellBasics.net
PS – Each of these programs was designed to make you strong, mobile, and resilient — not broken down. If you’ve been waiting to grab this deal, this is it. PPS – Once Hero Mode retires, it’s gone for good — get your copy now.
If you want to feel like Captain America — powerful, lean, and athletic — try this workout today.
It’s from my Hero Mode Kettlebell bundle, specifically the “Super Soldier Conditioning” (Dirty 30’s Challenge 2.0) — inspired by Chris Evans’ training for Captain America.
This one’s perfect for people 40+ who want to:
Build real-world strength that translates beyond the gym
Torch fat while preserving muscle
Move better and feel athletic again — without pounding your joints
“Dirty 30” Strength Chipper
Perform all reps of each move before moving on to the next. Rest as needed to keep good form. Record your time to track progress.
Each program is themed around an iconic action hero — blending strength, endurance, mobility, and recovery — the same qualities that keep you performing like a beast in your 40s, 50s, and beyond.
What You Get Inside the Hero Mode Bundle
10 Complete Training Plans, including:
— Thor’s Hammer Strength (1000 Rep Showdown) — raw power + high volume — Superman’s Iron Will (28-Day Upper/Lower Split) — lean muscle + full-body strength — Hobbs’ Muscle Mayhem (28-Day GAINZ Challenge) — mass-building and brute strength — John Wick’s Relentless Pursuit (28-Day AMRAP Challenge) — endurance + stamina — Captain America’s Super Soldier Conditioning (Dirty 30’s Challenge 2.0) — high-intensity + agility — Mad Max Fury Road (Filthy 50 Challenge 2.0) — grit + full-body conditioning — Black Widow’s Agility Training (28-Day PHA Challenge) — flexibility + mobility — Mission: Impossible Mobility (28-Day LAIT Challenge) — body control + functional movement — Rocky’s Recovery Regimen (Kettlebell Training Camp Challenge v2) — mobility + rebuilding — Wolverine’s Healing Factor (Recovery and Rebuilding Challenge) — restoration + regeneration
Here’s the Deal
I’m retiring my kettlebell bundles. They’re awesome — but honestly, they’re too good of a deal.
Each program normally sells for $29–$37 — you get all 10 for just a few bucks each.
We already retired the Gladiator Games bundle. It’s gone. Now it’s Hero Mode’s turn. After this week, this one disappears forever.
– Forest Master of Science, Human Movement Kettlebell Expert | Over-40 Training Specialist KettlebellBasics.net
PS – Each of these programs was designed to make you strong, mobile, and resilient — not broken down. If you’ve been waiting to grab this deal, this is it. PPS – Once Hero Mode retires, it’s gone for good — get your copy now.
This combo builds hero-level power — shoulder stability from the get-up, explosive hips from the snatch, pressing and squat strength through the middle, and total-body control from start to finish.
Since we opened up the Sober Warrior 30-Day Challenge yesterday for Sober October, I’ve been getting a lot of questions.
I’d like to take a minute to address a few things—and also provide a sample 10-minute kettlebell workout for you to try.
You may or may not know this, but:
I’ve been alcohol-free for over 5 years.
I’m currently working on a Master’s Degree in Addiction Counseling.
And my ultimate vision is to combine health, fitness, and sobriety into one powerful system—because I’ve seen firsthand how well they work together.
That’s what the Sober Warrior Challenge is about. It’s not only for people who want to quit drinking forever—it’s also for anyone who just wants to take a break for 30 days and see how much better they feel.
Inside, you’ll get:
One of my most popular kettlebell programs
My Feed the Beast nutrition plan
My Regenerate mobility and recovery program
Honestly, those bonuses alone are worth more than the registration fee. Check it out here.
But the real strength of this system is in the Four Pillars we focus on every day:
1. Mindset – Daily CBT-inspired action steps to break old patterns. (Example: reframes for handling cravings or social pressure.)
2. Community – A simple online chat where you check in and connect. It’s not as intense as group therapy, but it gives you accountability and support.
3. Movement – Training that builds strength and helps regulate your nervous system. Yes, we lift. But we also walk, do yoga, stretch, and recover.
4. Purpose – Optional, but powerful. Daily reflections (including scripture) to connect this journey to something bigger.
The truth is, research shows the most effective way to quit or cut back is multi-modal—you need more than just willpower. That’s exactly what this challenge is built on.
And, as I said, this isn’t therapy or medical intervention—I have referral resources if that’s what you need. But if you’re looking for a reset that hits body, mind, and spirit, this is it.
Sample 15-Min Kettlebell Circuit
Do three rounds of:
1-Arm KB Swing or Snatch – 20s/side, 40s rest
Dead Bug – 20s/side, 20s rest
Push-Ups – 20s work, 20s high plank hold, 20s rest
KB Goblet Squat – 20s work, 20s hold at bottom, 20s rest
Want to feel like you just stepped out of the Colosseum? Try this quick kettlebell complex tonight. It’s short, brutal, and ridiculously effective:
Double KB Beast Complex (moderate to heavy weight)
Double KB Swing × 8
Double KB Clean × 5
Double KB Front Squat × 5
Double KB Push Press × 5
Double KB Gorilla Row × 5
Run 3–4 rounds; rest ~90 sec between.
Coaching tips:
Double Swings – You’ll probably need to widen your stance and toe out slightly for clearance.
Double Cleans – Think shorter range of motion. Keep the bells low, tight, and close to your frame.
Double Front Squat – Start and finish in a solid rack; brace the core hard.
Double Push Press – Use a small counter-move (think 1/16th of a squat). Then go slow and controlled on the eccentric.
Double Gorilla Row – Stay locked in, keep tension through your whole body.
That’s 7–10 minutes of work, tops. And you’ll finish smoked, but in a good way.
This is the kind of training that inspired the Gladiator Gainz KB Challenge — not just random workouts, but carefully built systems to help you gain strength, drop fat, and keep your body resilient.
The kicker? This bundle is going away for good after this run. 10 complete programs (normally $370+) for the price of one.
On a trip to England a while back, my wife and I spent a day wandering through the city of Bath.
One thing that really stood out to me the most was the ancient Roman baths. These hot springs were where soldiers (and maybe even gladiators) came to recover after long campaigns and brutal battles.
As I walked through those ruins, I thought about the mindset of those warriors. And that’s the same idea behind today’s “Ageless Gladiator” Kettlebell Workout. It’s short, efficient, and designed for individuals who want to stay ahead, regardless of their age. In just 18 minutes, you’ll challenge your strength, build endurance, and finish feeling like you conquered the arena!
Here’s the workout:
Work for 40 seconds per exercise, then rest for 20 seconds.
Do all moves once, rest 60 seconds, then repeat for three rounds total.
Exercises:
KB Goat Bag Swing → 2-Hand Swing → 1-Arm Swing (20 sec each side)
Plank Hold → Plank March
Bodyweight Lunge → KB Tactical Lunge (switch legs each rep)
Single-Arm KB Row (20 sec per side)
Modified Up-Downs → Regular Up-Downs
Notes:
Each line goes beginner → advanced.
Start light, focus on form, and progress as you get stronger.
And if you liked this sample workout, you’ll love the full Gladiator’s Edge Kettlebell system. You’ll get this complete 28-day plan, plus 9 more just like it — all at a 90% discount. But this is your last call – after this final run, the program comes down for good:
Conquer your training like the gladiators once did — but in way less than an hour a day.
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Did you ever watch Gladiator with Russell Crowe?
Maximus ruled the arena with unshakable strength, discipline, and precision. His training forged him into an unstoppable force, capable of conquering any challenge.
That same idea inspired me when I created the Gladiator Gainz KB Challenge — a bundle of 10 of my most popular kettlebell programs.
With this program, you will:
Build gladiator-level strength and muscle
Drop fat and boost endurance
Stay strong and pain-free with recovery-focused routines
Challenge yourself with unique approaches like EMOMs and German Volume Training
Now, here’s the part I want to be upfront about:
This bundle is going away after this final run.
The reason is simple — it’s honestly too good of a deal. Each program normally sells on my site for $29–$37, and there are 10 total inside. That’s $370+ of content. But in this bundle, it works out to just a few bucks each.
So, I don’t plan on offering programs this cheap again.
If you’ve been thinking about it, this is your final chance.
This clip is from a session I filmed for our training staff at FVT Warrior Wellness, where I run them through the monthly programming we use in our small group workouts. This piece is the conditioning finisher — simple, fun, and it’ll light you up.
How it works:
• Line up kettlebells from 8–32 kg. • Do 10 swings every 45 seconds, then move to the next bell in line. • Repeat for 10 rounds = 100 total swings.
The challenge is to keep your form tight as you rotate through different weights. I first picked this one up from Dan John at an RKC certification — and it’s been a go-to ever since.
I love this finisher because it forces you to manage fatigue while still executing clean reps. You get the metabolic hit of changing loads but the focus of just one movement (swings). And it’s scalable — on a lighter day, you might start at 8 kg; on a heavy push, maybe begin at 20 kg and go upward. This is exactly the kind of conditioning I build into Gladiator’s Edge Kettlebell — carefully structured progressions, program templates, and guidance around when to push the intensity or dial it back. The bundle is retiring soon, so now’s the time to grab access while it’s still available:
Keep tension through the core — no rounding or overarching.
Re-grip cleanly each round, let the bell settle.
Finishers like this aren’t just “extra.” They’re strategic tools. In Gladiator’s Edge you’ll find workouts that combine finishers, progression logic, and recovery weeks so you keep building strength without overdoing it. If you’ve been thinking about grabbing the system, this is the final chance to get the full bundle:
Try the 10 × 10-swing protocol tomorrow and see how it feels. Note your heaviest and lightest weights, any form breakdowns, and which weight jumps felt hardest. That kind of reflection is exactly what makes the Gladiator’s Edge approach so effective — it’s structured, intentional training that keeps you progressing for the long haul.
Maximus ruled the arena with unshakable strength, discipline, and precision. His training forged him into an unstoppable force, capable of conquering any challenge.
That same idea inspired me when I created the Gladiator Gainz KB Challenge — a bundle of 10 of my most popular kettlebell programs.
But first, here’s a quick look at how real gladiators trained:
How Gladiators Trained
Strength & Power – They lifted stones, logs, and lead weights to forge raw muscle.
Endurance & Stamina – They sparred, fought, and trained for hours to outlast opponents.
Combat Skill – Every warrior specialized in weapons and drilled technique daily.
Agility & Speed – Quick reflexes meant survival; they trained to be sharp and unpredictable.
Mental Toughness – Pain, exhaustion, and hunger were part of life. Every session hardened their will.
You’re not stepping into a Colosseum, but the principles that made them strong still apply today.
That’s why I built this modern-day version. Here’s a Day 1 sample workout from the Gladiator Gainz KB Challenge:
Stay strong and pain-free with recovery-focused routines
Challenge yourself with unique methods like EMOMs, Metcons, and German Volume Training
However, here’s the part I want to be upfront about:
This bundle is going away after this final run.
Each program normally sells for $29–$37. You’re getting all 10 (a $370+ value) for just a little more than the price of one. That works out to only a few bucks per program — and I don’t plan on offering my work this cheap again.
So if you’ve been thinking about it, this is your last chance:
