If you’re just entering the world of kettlebell training and your budget is tight then you want to make a good choice when buying your first kettlebell(s). We’ve put together some extremely important information for those looking to buy a new kettlebell.
Scoring AMRAP workouts appropriately is super important in competitive exercise. Use the following formulas when calculating your score for AMRAP workouts published on Cavemantraining, or elsewhere. I’ve been programming, running, and participating in WODs for over a decade now, here’s my experience on how to score them, feel free to use and share. …
If you have access to competition kettlebells and classic kettlebells (cast iron) you might have noticed that a 32kg competition kettlebell feels heavier than a 32kg classic kettlebell, why is that? You might have noticed that the handle diameter on the competition kettlebells remain pretty much the same no matter what weight, where as with …
The kettlebell swing squat style, misunderstood by many, wrongfully shunned by plenty. Let me tell you straight up, those that say that the squat style kettlebell swing is bad, and you shouldn’t do it; are those type of people that stop you from progressing, and learning more. These people are closed-minded. They could be great …
Jump to the quick answer or read on for the detailed answer and understand more about the variables. Also, check out the how-to kettlebell swing video at the bottom of the page. “How many calories do you burn with kettlebell swings?” This is the question that many people want an answer to, after transitioning from the good …
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If you get injured in a WOD, is it the trainers fault? Want to stay injury free? ☑ What is the difference between group and personal training? Want to progress faster and safer? ☑ The majority of the CrossFit WODs are competitive, it’s to see who can do the most, fastest and heaviest. If you come in …
This article is about chest pressing, in particular, flat back bench pressing and bench press depth with barbell or dumbbell. How deep should you go on the flat bench press? Should you go past horizontal? Should you create more than 90° elbow flexion? Should you train the sticking point? First, let me get …
How to go heavier, and get more reps out with the 10 minute kettlebell sport snatch where only 1 hand change is allowed. The king of kettlebell exercises, the snatch, is my favourite kettlebell exercise. The snatch is a dynamic and flowing exercise, and although at times it may seem like an easy exercise, …
Sarcopenia is a condition known as muscle loss. It mostly affects people who have passed their fifties, and it can decrease life expectancy and quality. The peak muscle mass is usually achieved in the late 30s and early 40s when a gradual loss of muscle mass begins. Sarcopenia can occur quicker than you may think …
Hypertrophy Cause: working out/muscle damage Effect: muscle growth Atrophy Cause: inactivity Effect: muscle loss Fatigue Cause: over training Effect: fatigued, tired, muscle soreness, frequent illness, disturbed sleep and alterations in mood state … Understanding that every cause has an effect, and every effect has a cause, sounds so simple and obvious. But the fact that …
Let’s say you’re limited to buying one kettlebell, you want to make sure you buy the right kettlebell. How do you decide what kettlebell weight to choose?
The topic of hyper-extension of the back during kettlebell training comes up frequently, especially with beginners. It’s completely understandable. Let’s clear something up right away, first of all, back hyper-extensions when done right—and they’re done everyday on the GHD—are incredible good for you. Like with any exercise, it’s not something you do day …
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Ever wondered what exactly happens during a kettlebell swing? What muscles do what, and why? Following is the analyses of a double arm kettlebell swing with an insert. From back swing to up phase Hip extension Gluteus Maximus pulls the top of pelvis up Hamstrings pull on bottom of the pelvis Hip extensors …
A burpee is going from standing position into plank position, and back up. The burpee exercise is named in the 1930s by American physiologist Royal H. Burpee. What is a sprawl? A sprawl is a burpee with the hips pushed to the ground (hip extension). This movement is used by fighters in MMA, BJJ, and anywhere …
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Forward Lunging in Place With Weight Shearing forces push in one direction at the top, and the opposite direction at the bottom, causing shearing deformation. Breaking down the forward lunge (in place): Neutral standing position with weight racked in the form of kettlebells, barbell, dumbbells, or other types of added resistance Lunge forward There is …
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Ever wondered when is a movement a squat, and when is it not? Have you ever seen the squat truly defined to where there are no questions about it? Dictionary: crouch or sit with one’s knees bent and one’s heels close to or touching one’s buttocks or the back of one’s thighs. This …
If you’re interested in the kettlebell swing, watch this video! It’s the one and only video you need to watch to understand how to perform the kettlebell swing. I guarantee it.
A question often asked in kettlebell training when someone sees others swinging a kettlebell with straight or bent arms is “Should the arms be straight or bent when swinging a kettlebell?”. This article provides the answer to that question. If you read the kettlebell book Kettlebell Training Fundamentals or completed the Cavemantraining online kettlebell course, …
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Fix these five common kettlebell mistakes, increase your efficiency, prevent pain, and finish your WODs faster! Snatch Incorrect hand insert, broken wrist, and/or banging. During the top phase of the snatch the hand is not opening up, inserting into the window, and letting the bell corkscrew around the hand. Ramification: Bruising Less reps Wrist …
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The video above demonstrates the kettlebell swing clean (hip hinge) in slow-mo and different angles. Below are step by step photos. Please share and like. Buy the book to learn how to prevent friction, calluses, blisters, banging, bicep strain, bruises and other pains. The kettlebell clean from a different angle. Pay attention to making …
