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15
Oct

Behind The Scenes of Mike Mahler’s “Kettlebell Training in the Age of Quarrel” Seminar in Santa Monica

   Posted by: Sincere   in Andrew Durniat, Jason Dolby, Kettlebell Courses, Kettlebells, Mike Mahler, Steve Cotter, indian clubs

I know I’ve been M.I.A. for a few days. However, I spent last weekend attending one of the best kettlebell-centered seminars, during my career as a strength & conditioning coach. While, I finally just received the feeling in my legs, and the full body soreness has subsided, I am still ridning high from the energy of this great seminar.

As I’ve said many times, you’re only as good as the people you surround yourself with. I must say, the company I trained amongst, during Mike Mahler’s “Kettlebell Training in The Age of Quarrel” seminar, definitely did not disappoint.

It’s always a pleasure to train with my fellow IKFF coaches, Steve Cotter, who focused more advanced animal bodyweight movements and kettlebell squatting techniques, & more, and Ken Blackburn, who shared his tips on improving agility, mobility, advanced kettlebell pressing, and girevoy sport technique. Fellow AKC coach, Andrew Durniat also shared his advanced kettlebell sport tips, as well as various program design, and wowed those in attendance with his barbell & kettlebell juggling demonstrations.

The seminar’s creator, Mike Mahler, never disappoints when he shares his advanced kettlebell techniques for size and strength. However, I must admit, my favorite aspect of Mike’s presentation for the weekend, was his on-going in depth knowledge of hormone optimization. Mike is truly a leader in this field, and I look forward to watching this aspect of his coaching develop, in the near future.

Lastly, one of joys of the seminar, especially after 3 days of intense lifting and technique optimization, was fellow IKFF & AKC coach, Jason Dolby’s presentation on using Indian Clubs for recovery, mobility, & more. Jason has studied the use of this ancient , simple tool, extensively. As I prepared for my upcoming competition in the Men’s Health Urbanathlon, I must say, Jason’s tips on using the Indian Clubs, have truly helped reduce my recovery time, during my training for the event.

Here’s a peak at some of the highlights of the weekend’s event. I would like to take this moment to thank Coach Alicia Fong, for not only putting this video together, but also for being such a gracious and welcoming host, by hosting this event at here beautiful (and FUN) facility. If you are ever in L.A., please be sure to stop by Alicia’s AF Performance Center. While you are there, be sure to make an appointment with resident coach Peter Rouse. if you have been dealing with various pains, Peter is the man, when it comes to rehabilitation & corrective exercise specialties. You’ll be glad you did, and tell them, The People’s Fit Coach sent cha:-)

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25
May

Are Kettlebells The Latest Fad? A Look At The History of Kettlebells

   Posted by: Sincere   in Kettlebells, Mike Mahler, Steve Cotter

I am often asked, “What is a cattleball?” or “Do you teach that cannonball training I see on TV?” Better yet, I often hear, “Kettlebells are just another new weight loss gimmick. Why use them, when I can use dumb bells or barbells, which have been around long before kettlebells?”

I go on to explain that kettlebells have been around a lot longer than the modern concept of fitness and exercise. I must thank great coaches such as Valery Federenko of the American & World Kettlebell Club (AKC/WKC), for introducing the Russian national sport of Girevoy Sport style of training, as well as Pavel Psatsouline, who essentially founded, introduced and help popularize the RKC (Russian Kettlbell Challenge) “Hard Style” of kettlebell training, to the West.

Both Russian natives, have made great strides in introducing this small, powerful tool, which has been a staple of strength in their home country for well over a century, as an efficient and effective all-in-one tool for strength, joint mobility, flexibility, fat loss, muscle building, increased endurance, prehab, rehab, stability, and much more.

Since the formal introduction of kettlebell training to the U.S. in the late 90’s & early 2000s, additional kettlebell instructors such as: Steve Cotter of the IKFF (International Kettlebell & Fitness Federation), Mike Mahler, Steve Maxwell, and Anthony DeLuglio, have championed with great passion, professionalism, and expertise, the use of the Russian kettlebell via various certification programs, workshops, seminars, books, DVDs, and more.

There are few training options, other than the human body itself, that prove more efficient and effective as a more complete tool for creating full body strength (mentally and physically). However, the point of this post is to showcase a video I found on one of my favorite web sites, http://oldtimestrongman.com. Take a brief “visual” journey at the history of the Russian kettlebell.

Be sure to subscribe to this blog, as I continue to bring you more videos, workouts, and info regarding the use of tools such as Russian kettlebells, bodyweight training, and other tools to help today’s New Warrior & Warrior Goddess build the mental and physical toughness needed to win in today’s tough world.

By the way, what is your tool of choice to build mental and physical strength, and why is it your favorite? Be sure to share your comments below.

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6
Feb

Kettlebell Farmers Walk For Full Body Conditioning by Houston Kettlebell Coach Sincere Hogan

   Posted by: Sincere   in Collision Course DVD, Exercise Equipment, Kettlebell Exercises For Core Strength, Kettlebell Workouts for Strength, Kettlebells, MMA, Mike Mahler, Mixed Martial Arts, Steve Cotter, Workout Of The Day (WOD), double kettlebell exercises

I love the kettlebell farmers walk. It’s excellent for full body training for size and strength, as well as improving overall conditioning. Farmers walks are also great for MMA conditioning, and grip strength training. Muay Thai practitioners will definitely love the grip power gained from farmers walks, for creating a powerful clinch.

Take a look at the following video, as I, along with my training partner, Russell, demonstrate some great tips on performing the kettlebell farmers walk.

Here’s the workout described in the video. Give it a try, and let em know how you do. Have fun. This is a true butt-kicker. However, the fat burned during this workout, is soooooooo worth it.

WOD: 020509

Kettlebell Farmers Walk (upstairs & downstairs) x 24 kg

Round 1 – x 5 min x 3 min rest
Round 2 – x 4 min x 3 min rest
Round 3 – x 3 min x 3 min rest
Round 4 – x 2 min x 3 min rest
Round 5 – x 1 min x 3 min rest

p.s. Check out more strongman and kettlebell exercises, that both men and women can benefit from, by peeping my buddy Mike Mahler’s “Collision Course” DVD set. I learned a lot from this workshop, especially about utilizing strongman exercises to everyday training, from World’s Strongest Man great, Mark Philippi. Check it out here.

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21
Jan

Houston Fitness Coach Sincere Hogan Takes On Battling Ropes

   Posted by: Sincere   in Battling Ropes, Collision Course DVD, Exercise Equipment, John Brookfield, MMA, Mike Mahler, Mixed Martial Arts, Workout Of The Day (WOD)

I am always looking for ways for you to get the best training you can, and not be confined to the same boring four walls of a gym. Plus, having a little fun, while you train, is always a great incentive. Here is a great video, utilizing another exercise tool, that is portable, affordable, and get’s you maximum results in minimal time. The battling ropes system works for anyone, despite your fitness levels.

Not only do I use my battling rope (aka “Damien”) for conditioning, but I even throw a “towel dance” in the mix as well. (Get your minds out of the gutter….not that kind of a towel dance…..at least not without a tip jar).

Thanks to Coach John Brookfield for being such a great instructor, at Mike Mahler’s “Collision Course” seminar, where I learned about the battling ropes system. Also, a big thank you goes out to Mike Mahler, for putting together such a great line up of instructors for the seminar. If you were unable to attend the seminar, no worries.

Be sure to check out the link below to check out Mike’s 9 hour DVD of the course. Not only only do you learn from top coaches such as John Brookfield, as mentioned above, but also, Dylan Thomas, Tom Furman, Jon Hinds of Monkey Bar Gym, strongman competitor Mark Philippi, and the Vegan Juggernaut himself, Mike Mahler.

Learn more about training with these bad boys at http://warriorbattlingropes.com, and check out Mike Mahler’s Collision Course DVD, to see how these ropes kicked my butt at http://strengthbymahler.com.
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