One of the main complaints from kettlebell users is back pain.
While there are many potential causes, one of the most frequent is incorrect form – specifically, swinging the kettlebell too low to the ground.
To fix this, keep the kettlebell close to your body as it swings back. The movement is similar to hike passing a football. Another excellent tip is to imagine throwing the KB through your stomach, and then getting the hips out of the way at the last minute.
We also have a “kettlebell quick start” personal training package at FVT that may interest you if you found this tip helpful – reply to this message with the word “KETTLEBELL” to learn more.
To your success
-Forest and the FVT Team at ForestVanceTraining.com
You’re invited to our Open House event at FVT on Wednesday, Oct 5th @ 7pm!
This is a great opportunity to come in and see our studio, as well as take advantage of several FREE services we’ll be offering, like free fitness scorecard assessments, free body comp assessments, a free kettlebell technique clinic, and more!
Prospective new clients and existing clients are both welcome.
Would you be interested in a 30-second movement test that can help you see how you’re currently moving, as well as assess your current risk for injury?
We’ll be doing the Overhead Squat Assessment (OHSA) Test FREE as part of our Open House event on Wednesday, October 5th. More info and RSVP at the link below:
The person doing the test squats down while raising their arms overhead. They are scored on compensations that can happen in the feet, knees, hips, torso, arms, and head.
As coaches, we do NOT diagnose specific issues or injuries with this – the goal is to help a client mitigate risk.
The main end goal is improved movement and hopefully a reduction in injury risk over time!
Typically at FVT, we charge for the OHSA test, but we’re doing it FREE as part of our Open House event on Wednesday, October 5th. More info and RSVP at the link below:
For many people, the kettlebell is a great way to get a workout in. But what about when your body is aching and you need to stretch? This is where the kettlebell mobility workout comes in. This type of workout is designed to help you stretch and loosen up your muscles, as well as improve your range of motion!
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Kettlebell Mobility Workout: How To Get Rid Of An Aching Body
Set your timer for 30 seconds of work followed by 15 seconds of rest. Do as many reps as you can of the first move in 30 seconds. Rest for 15seconds. Do as many reps as you can of the second move in 30 seconds. Rest for 15 seconds. Repeat for all exercises in the sequence. Rest for 60 secondsafter completing the last exercise in the sequence; repeat three more times for a total of four rounds:
– Single Arm KB Swings (15 seconds per side)
– Downward Dog Toe Taps
– Alternating Reverse KB Tactical Lunges
– Reverse Snow angels
– X Jacks
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If you’re feeling achy and need a workout that will stretch and strengthen you, give this kettlebell mobility workout a try. You’ll feel better in no time!
If you liked this workout, be sure to come to our upcoming Open House on Wednesday, October 5th – we’ll have a FREE kettlebell mini-workshop station where you can learn some of the basics of safe and effective KB training! Here is the link: https://www.facebook.com/events/1488237908263965
According to the American Council on Exercise, the average adult body is about 18-24% fat.
However, that range is just an average, and there is a lot of variation from person to person.
For example, women tend to have more body fat than men, and people who are sedentary have more body fat than active people.
Age also plays a role in how much body fat you have. Younger people tend to have less body fat than older people.
So, how much body fat should you have?
The answer depends on a number of factors, but in general, you should aim for a body fat percentage that falls within the healthy range for your age and activity level. Check out the chart below for a handy reference guide:
FVT Open House – Wednesday, Oct 5th @ 7pm – Save the Date!
We’re having an Open House event at FVT on Wednesday, Oct 5th @ 7pm!
Prospective new clients and existing clients are both welcome.
This is a chance to come in and check out our studio. We’ll also have several FREE services you can take advantage of, like free fitness scorecard assessments, free body comp assessments, a free kettlebell technique clinic, and more!
More details coming soon, but for now, save the date for FVT on Wednesday, Oct 5th @ 7pm at FVT – 1530 X Street!
