I spent years overtraining as a Track & Field athlete, personal trainer, professional level Kettlebell Sport athlete, and beyond. I’m still healing from that overtraining more than a decade after the fact — physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. As a consequence, I’ve taken a lot of time off from exercising over the last four years, and it has taught me many valuable lessons.
Read MoreAfter years of disordered eating patterns and overtraining, I started tracking my food in January 2023 and realized I was chronically undereating protein. I switched to a high protein diet and the difference I noticed in my body was AMAZING, to say the least. Read on for all of the juicy details...
Read MoreIf you're thinking of buying a Pro Kettlebell and want to know more about their unique features, how they stack up against cast iron and other types of competition kettlebells, how they function for different styles of kettlebell training, and whether they're worth the price — read this review by World Champion KB Fit Britt.
Read MoreKettlebells are an excellent tool for training lower body strength, power, and balance. When it comes to leg day, it’s hard to beat the basics of deadlifts, squats, and lunges, so those are included. I’ve also added a couple fun and challenging drills as a nice addition to the basics! While it’s good to be sore from leg day, remember to start slow and on the lower end of the set range. You can always do more another day!
Read MoreMobility is incredibly important for retaining the ability to move and play, as well as maintaining independence, as we age. Mobility — also known as active flexibility or active range of motion — is the ability to control joints and muscles throughout a range of motion, meaning the muscles can be contracted and strength can be exerted throughout that range of motion. Being mobile allows for more movement possibilities, as it encompasses flexibility and the strength to use that flexibility. When people say they want to be more “flexible”, what they actually mean is that they want to be more “mobile”.
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