Most of us are sitting too much. Yes, even if you are an avid gym-goer, running enthusiast, or yoga lover. Just think about it. How often do you go to the gym, or are otherwise active? Unless you are a professional athlete or have a job that requires you to be on your feet all …
The kettlebell is undoubtedly the most versatile training tool ever invented. With just one piece of equipment, you can train for endurance, strength, mobility, and muscular development. Because of their small size, kettlebells are also a perfect option for people who prefer to workout from the comfort of their homes. Even if you have a …
I haven’t been injured once since I started running again in 2021. After an 8-year-long break, I resumed running to finish an ultramarathon. Tackling an ultra has been a long dream of mine. However, in my earlier running days, frequent injuries sidelined me. So I stuck to running half-marathons most of the time. In 2013 …
3 Kettlebell Exercises That Injury-Proofed My Running. Read More »
I had never picked up a kettlebell before I ordered my first pair. The year was 2012 when these odd-looking cannonballs with a handle caught my attention when I searched for ways to keep fit while nursing a running injury. I read many amazing things about those little pieces of iron, and since I was …
Hardstyle Versus Sport Style Kettlebell Swing – Which Is Better? Read More »
I have always hated my body. But unlike most women who struggle with body-image issues, I can not point to glossy magazines, Hollywood, or social media for making me feel like I needed to look a certain way to be accepted. Instead, I was raised in an abusive household, where at times, food was scarce …
The Power of Strong:How Kettlebell Training Ended My War with My Body Read More »
Kettlebell training and ultrarunning are a perfect match. If you want to enjoy either for many years and continue to make progress, you need self-discipline, a commitment to excellence, and an iron mind. I started running in 2006 and added kettlebells to my routine in 2015. I don’t remember how I found out about them. …
How I Use Kettlebells to Train for a 215-Mile Ultramarathon Read More »
I have been using kettlebells in my training for over 10 years now. And throughout my journey, I have consumed hundreds of articles and dozens of books on kettlebell training. I have spent countless nights reading forums to help me understand the ins and outs of kettlebell training better. I became obsessed with kettlebell training …
The trainer at the gym refused to take me to the free-weights section. Signing up for a trial training at my potential new gym, I wanted to train with barbells. I had been training with kettlebells for a while and was ready to increase the weights I was lifting. However, despite my explicit wish to …
Movement over Muscle. Principles of Kettlebell Training. Read More »
Kettlebells are my favorite piece of training equipment. Well, maybe barefoot running shoes come before that, but kettlebells are my number one choice as far as strength training tools are concerned. Why? Because they are incredibly versatile, take up little space, and can be taken outside. The training effects are numerous, and you can …
3 Undeniable Reasons Kettlebell Swings Improve Your Running Read More »