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You Don’t Need to Spend an Arm and a Leg for The Perfect Home Gym

If you're looking to get in shape, lose weight, or build muscle you basically have two options. Become a member of a local gym or invest money in a home gym. The former doesn't generally cost too much money upfront. However, you actually need to make use of the membership and take some time out of your busy schedule to get your money's worth. The latter can not only get expensive quickly but there's also the problem of where to put all of the equipment.

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August 20, 2019

Improve Stability and Balance With This Kettlebell Combo

Now that I've lost a considerable amount of weight, my fitness goals have started to shift. I've been focusing on building strength and muscle, however, there are several other areas that need improvement as well. Flexibility, range of motion, and of course stability and balance. I consider these to be finesse attributes that often get overlooked. Although, the two exercises I'll be discussing will also help to build strength. Specifically in the legs.

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August 16, 2019

News / Training

3 Things To Consider When Moving Up To A Heavier Kettlebell

Recently, after 6 months of working out with a 35 lb. kettlebell, I purchased a new 45 lb. kettlebell to further challenge myself. I knew it wouldn't be an easy adjustment, however, I didn't realize just how difficult it would be. Obviously, the more weight that is added, the harder my muscles would need to work in order to execute various kettlebell exercises properly. This wasn't a surprise, although, I hadn't considered other factors besides the increase in weight. I'm still excited about performing at a higher level, it's just that I'll need to change my approach and expectations as I continue to build strength with my new kettlebell.

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August 12, 2019

Mobility / News / Workouts

Jillian Michaels Shares a Body Toning Kettlebell Workout

Anyone who follows Jillian on Instagram probably knows how she loves to use kettlebells as an anchor point. This time she mixes up both competition kettlebells with lighter traditional-styled ones. It's not a strenuous workout by any means, but it will keep you on your toes for sure! That's the beauty of kettlebells, you can target so many areas of fitness. It doesn't have to be just about strength and power.

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August 7, 2019

News

CrossFit Games 2019 Sees Mat Fraser Attempt 4th Straight Championship

It's that time of year again when athletes compete in various events to claim the title of fittest in the world. Competitors will have a tough time dethroning 3-time CrossFit Games Champion Mat Fraser. After the first day's events, the reigning champ is 24 points ahead of 2nd place fellow American Noah Ohlsen. What's truly amazing is that both of these gentlemen are 5'7", the same height as me. That proves the point that one does not have to be a giant mound of mass to find success.

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August 2, 2019

Health / News

My Top 3 Obstacles During My Weight Loss Journey

Wouldn't weight loss be so much easier if we could just lock ourselves inside and shut out any external influences? It's a nice thought but not very practical. I'm fortunate enough to work at home but life still requires me to venture outside. It's at these times when I feel most vulnerable.

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July 30, 2019

News

Kettlebell Kings and Gorillagirek Team Up For a Giveaway Contest

The rules are simple, record yourself performing the gorilla complex as demonstrated here. Then, upload the video to Instagram and tag a couple of friends. You'll need to also use the hashtags #gorillagirevik and #gorillacomplex⁣ while also following @kettlebellkings, @kbkliving.fit, and @gorillagirevik. If you're not already following them, these simple actions can be completed with a few clicks of your mouse.

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July 26, 2019

Culture / News

Kettlebell Competition Unites Junior, Men, and Women Lifters

Organizer and coach Ste Gordon helped create the North-East Open, a competition that saw dozens of lifters participate in various kettlebell events this past Saturday. Held at Darlington College, such events included Jerks, Snatches, Longcycle, and even a relay. While there was a decent turnout of men and women competitors, it was the more than 10 juniors participating that really made an impression.

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July 23, 2019

News / Training

The 4 Most Efficient Kettlebell Exercises for Women

Working out with kettlebells is mostly comprised out of 4 basic motions that you later combine for more elaborate exercise routines. These movements are: swinging, holding the kettlebell with both arms, holding it using one hand, and snatching. Which of these motions you prefer should depend on your fitness goals and the weight of the kettlebell.

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July 20, 2019

News / Reviews

How You Can Easily Track Your Weight Loss Progress With a Smart Scale

During my 30-day weight loss challenge where I lost 18 pounds, I requested a few gifts that I thought would help me. Father's day ended up falling in the middle of the challenge and provided the perfect opportunity to acquire these inexpensive items. I've already talked about the ab wheel and compression shorts that I received and asked for. Both of them have been proven to be very useful since I got them. However, there is one more present that has been a time saver and motivator - a smart scale.

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July 19, 2019