Category Archives: Tips and Tricks

Starting today’s message with a confession

Starting today’s message with a confession: For YEARS, I had one or two energy drinks per day, along with a cup or two of coffee, and many days, also a caffeine-laden pre-workout drink. I know! – it’s SO bad as I write this, and really think about it. I honestly got into the habit backContinue reading “Starting today’s message with a confession”

OCR “Domination” Workout [sample]

The Spartan race we did at Sqaw Valley in Lake Tahoe last year was an unforgettable experience. I hesitate to call it “fun” – because it was a SERIOUS challenge of the body, mind, and spirit – But it is such a great feeling to train and prepare for such an event, and then completeContinue reading “OCR “Domination” Workout [sample]”

Case Study – He became healthier at 52 than he was at 30 (here’s how)

I think you’re about to be blown away by this man’s story. It’s one that unfortunately too many aging men experience. He had: … low energy, low sex drive. … hormones out of balance. … had little to no energy or motivation to work out. … bad sleep… And then he figured it all out.Continue reading “Case Study – He became healthier at 52 than he was at 30 (here’s how)”

Tired? Need energy? This herbal pick-me-up works!

Question: On average, how many cups of coffee do you drink throughout the day? If you’re like many Americans, that number might be two, three, four or more … … and you might even be reliant on coffee to make it to the end of the day. If that’s you, then you’re going to loveContinue reading “Tired? Need energy? This herbal pick-me-up works!”

(new video) Chin Ups / Pull ups for Beginners – the Hold

The chin up / pull up hold is a great exercise for beginners who are working towards their first chin up or pull up. It’s great for building the strength and body awareness required for doing chin ups and pull ups. I’ve also found it’s a great confidence-builder, and it helps people with overall justContinue reading “(new video) Chin Ups / Pull ups for Beginners – the Hold”

Advanced Swing Tips + KB Swing Workshop Reminder

Here is a video we put up on the YouTube recently with some advanced KB swing form tips. (This is a preview of what we’ll be working on at our workshop this Wednesday night, 6 pm at our location on 1530 X Street): At the FVT Kettlebell Swing Workshop, this Weds, Jan 24th, 6 pmContinue reading “Advanced Swing Tips + KB Swing Workshop Reminder”

Best Stretch for Tight Hips?

Kettlebell lifting, and other hard training, can lead to tight hips. Spend the day sitting, and the problem quickly becomes worse. Enter the “Couch Stretch”. Dr. Kelly Starrett invented – or at least recently popularized – this awesome move. It’s one of the best stretches for tight hips. And maybe the best part – youContinue reading “Best Stretch for Tight Hips?”